Bursa Malaysia Reprimands Ireka, Seven Former Directors, Imposes RM425,000 In Fines

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has publicly reprimanded Ireka Corp Bhd (Ireka) and seven of its former directors for breaches of the Bursa Malaysia Securities Main Market Listing Requirement, while imposing total fines of RM425,000 on the directors.

One-stop SME Portal To Be Launched This Month — Steven Sim

BUTTERWORTH, May 9 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development (MECD) will launch a one-stop portal for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) this month to facilitate access to information related to financing, training and various government support programmes.

BNM's International Reserves At US$129.7 Bln As At April 30, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) international reserves stood at US$129.7 billion as at April 30, 2026. 

Targeted Assistance Available For Businesses Hit By Rising Costs - BNM

By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Help is readily available for businesses affected by the conflict in West Asia, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Insurance, Takaful Coverage Can Help MSMEs Retain Workers -- MECD

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) --  Insurance and takaful coverage for employees are among the measures that can help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) retain their workforce, according to the Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry (MECD).

Kenanga Investment Bank Maintains 2026 Loan Growth Forecast At 5.0-5.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its 2026 loan growth forecast at 5.0 per cent to 5.5 per cent, supported by steady household demand as well as supportive labour market. 

Malaysia Economy Set To Grow 4.6–4.9 Pct Over Three Years — S&P Global Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to grow by 4.6 per cent to 4.9 per cent over the next three years, supported by household consumption, artificial intelligence-related investments, and technology exports, said S&P Global Ratings.

BNM: Malaysia’s Official Reserve Assets At US$126.61 Bln At End-March 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s official reserve assets amounted to US$126.61 billion at the end of March 2026, compared with US$128.29 billion at end-February 2026.

Sabah Sets Up Special Committee To Study Targeted Subsidies Amid Global Oil Price Rise

KOTA KINABALU, April 29 (Bernama) -- The Sabah state government has established a special committee to study the need for targeted subsidies as an effort to assist sectors affected by the rise in global oil prices, said Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun.

Global Air Cargo Demand Falls By 4.8 Pct In March - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Global demand for international air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), fell by 4.8 per cent in March this year compared with March 2025 levels (-5.5 per cent for international operations), said the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Energy Transition Accelerates As Trillions In Investments Fuel Global Shift

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Energy transition efforts worldwide continue to gain momentum, despite an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, with investment estimated to have reached US$3.3 trillion (US$1 = RM3.95) last year.

Malaysia's Insurance Sector To Sustain Growth In 1Q 2026 -- MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB) anticipates Malaysia’s insurance sector to sustain its growth momentum in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), supported by stronger general and life insurance segments.