Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower AS Investors Reassess US-Iran Truce

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Thursday following the weaker performance of regional peers.

World Bank Raises Malaysia’s 2026 Growth Forecast To 4.4 Pct On Strong Domestic Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The World Bank Group has raised Malaysia’s economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent, citing resilient domestic demand, its lead economist for Malaysia, Apurva Sanghi, said.

Malaysian Exporters Urged To Adopt Proactive, Adaptive Approach Amid West Asia Crisis

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysian exporters need to adopt a proactive and adaptive approach to navigate the evolving landscape due to the West Asian crisis, according to speakers at a webinar organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Domestic Logistics Sector To Remain Steady This Year On E-commerce Boom, AI Tailwinds

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects the domestic logistics sector’s growth to remain steady in 2026, benefiting from booming e-commerce, supported by the global tech upcycle led by artificial intelligence (AI) data centre demand, a resilient US economy, and potential trade diversion amid US-China trade tensions. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends On A Softer Note Amid Escalating West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note, with the benchmarik index extending its decline to a fourth consecutive day, and falling by nearly 2.0 per cent cumulatively over the period, as investors adopted a defensive stance amid escalating geopolitical conflict in West Asia.

Malaysia’s Energy Supply Secure At Least Until June Amid Global Energy Crisis - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s energy supply is expected to remain sufficient at least until June this year, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Malaysia's Banking Industry Remain Resilient, Supportive Amid Global Uncertainties - ABM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking industry remains strong, resilient and is committed to supporting customers amid global uncertainties, including developments in West Asia, according to the Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM).

Govt Views Impact Of Global Energy Crisis On SMEs, Health Industry Seriously -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The government is taking the impact of the global energy crisis on various industry players, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the healthcare sector, seriously, said Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

West Asia Volatility Reinforces Need To Keep Internet Traffic Local, Says MyIX

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The volatility in West Asia has reinforced the need for Malaysia to keep internet traffic local amid growing concerns over the resilience of international connectivity and the risks of external disruptions to critical digital infrastructure, said the Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) chairman, Chiew Kok Hin.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower, CI Retreats 0.86 Pct On West Asia Tensions

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Monday, with the benchmark index retreating by 0.86 per cent as concerns over escalating tensions in West Asia intensified.

At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 14.67 points to 1,680.83 from Friday’s close of 1,695.50.

RHB Keeps 'Buy' On Kerjaya Prospek After Third Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has maintained a ‘buy’ rating on Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd (KPG) after the group secured its third contract this year.

MATRADE Aims To Boost Malaysia-Uzbekistan Trade, Taps Central Asia As Strategic Gateway

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corp (MATRADE) is stepping up efforts to strengthen bilateral trade between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, positioning the Central Asian nation as a strategic gateway to the broader regional market.