Rubber Market Expected To Continue Upward Trend Next Week

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to continue its upward momentum next week, supported by firm crude oil prices and potential supply disruptions.

Bursa Malaysia Likely To Trade Range-bound Between 1,700 And 1,730 Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index is expected to trade in a range-bound mode with a cautious bias within the 1,700-1,730 range next week.

KLCI Futures Seen Trading Range-bound At 1,700–1,730 Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade range-bound with a “cautious bias” within 1,700–1,730 next week, in line with the cash market.

CPO Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week Amid West Asia Conflict

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade with an upward bias next week, a trader said.

Global Economy Challenging, Govt Continues Taking Necessary Measures To Face Uncertainty - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) -- The government will continue to take the necessary measures in facing global economic uncertainty, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

CPO Futures End Lower On Cautious Trading Ahead of Long Weekend

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, weighed by cautious trading ahead of a long weekend, an analyst said. 

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. 

IPG For Smallholders Not Activated For April 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) announced that the Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) for cuplump and latex has not been activated for April 2026 in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak.

Fraser & Neave 2Q Net Profit Down To RM96.27 Mln Vs RM140.33 A Year Ago

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd’s (F&N) net profit for the second quarter ended March 31, 2026 (2Q 2026) eased to RM96.27 million versus RM140.33 million a year ago.

Ringgit Closes Lower On Volatile Oil Prices, Latest Fed Decision

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against most currencies, including the US dollar, as investors shifted towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over volatile crude oil prices.

IOI Properties Poised To Enter FBM KLCI In June Review -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- IOI Properties Group Bhd is likely to replace Sime Darby Bhd as one of FTSE Bursa Malaysia’s (FBM KLCI) 30 constituents in the upcoming semi-annual review by FTSE Russell and Bursa Malaysia, according to an analyst.

Late Buying Lifts Bursa Malaysia As Oil Prices Support Energy Counters

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Last-minute buying lifted Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index, reversing earlier losses as higher oil prices boosted sentiment for energy- and chemical-related counters.