LATEST NEWS   PM Anwar, Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov witnessed the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between Petronas and Turkmenistan authorities-- PMO | At 6 pm, the ringgit eased to 4.1340/1395 versus the US dollar from Thursday's close of 4.1145/1195 | The collaboration opens up space for more strategic engagements in future, including exploring the great potential of Turkmenistan's natural gas sector, which has among the world's largest gas reserves - PMO | Gabungan Kelab Media Malaysia (GKMM) state affiliates receive RM10,000, GKMM receive RM30,000 from Communications Ministry - Fahmi | The achievement comes as Malaysia and Turkmenistan mark 30 years of cooperation in the energy sector, which has been a key pillar of bilateral relations between the two countries -- PMO | 

MR D.I.Y. Thailand Earns Spot In Key Set Benchmark Indices

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, June 18 (Bernama) -- Thailand’s leading home improvement and lifestyle retailer, MR D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited (MRDIYT), has been selected for inclusion in three key indices of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), underscoring growing investor confidence in the company’s business fundamentals and market position.

The company will be included in the SET50 Index, SET100 Index and the SET Well-Being Index (SETWB), effective July 1, 2026.

In a statement, MRDIYT said the inclusion marks a significant milestone for the company and reflects continued confidence in its strong financial performance, market capitalisation, trading liquidity and long-term growth prospects.

“The company’s entry into the SET50 and SET100 indices places it among Thailand’s leading listed firms, highlighting its increasing prominence in the country’s equity market,” it said on Thursday.

MRDIYT said the inclusion in the SETWB Index recognises businesses with strong fundamentals operating in sectors that contribute to consumer well-being and quality of life, in line with Thailand’s economic development priorities.

Manwhie, its chief executive officer, Andy Chin, said the company’s inclusion in the SET50 Index reflects the trust and support it has received from customers, shareholders, business partners and employees throughout its growth journey in Thailand.

“We are honoured to be included in the SET50. This recognition reflects the trust placed in us by our customers, shareholders, business partners and employees, who have supported our growth journey in Thailand over the past decade,” he said.

Chin said MRDIYT has expanded from a single outlet to more than 1,200 stores across all 77 provinces in Thailand, driven by its commitment to making everyday essentials more accessible and affordable.

“Guided by our promise of ‘Always Low Prices’, we will continue to deliver value, serve the needs of Thai households and build sustainable long-term growth for all stakeholders,” he added.

MRDIYT is one of Thailand’s largest value retailers, offering a wide range of household, hardware, electrical, stationery, furnishing and lifestyle products through its nationwide store network.

The company opened its first store in 2016 and now has 1,200 stores across 77 provinces in Thailand, supported by over 13,000 employees.

Apart from Malaysia and Thailand, MR D.I.Y. also operates in Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines, Cambodia, Vietnam, India, Turkiye, Bangladesh, Spain, Poland and South Africa.

-- BERNAMA