Biodiesel Blend Increase To B15 Can Reduce Dependence On Diesel - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The proposed increase in the country’s biodiesel blend from B10 to B15, starting with B12, can reduce dependence on diesel and extend the lifespan of the nation’s fuel supply following the crisis in West Asia, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

CPO Futures Close Slightly Higher, Tracking Gains In Soybean Oil Prices

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed slightly higher on Wednesday, in line with gains in Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) soybean oil prices, a trader said.

Malaysia, Singapore Strengthening Energy Cooperation, Focusing On Renewable Energy -- DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Singapore are continuing to pursue stronger bilateral and regional cooperation in the energy sector, particularly renewable energy, to boost regional resilience and sustainability.

Economy Minister To Do Site Visit In Selangor To View Biodiesel Blending Process -- Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir will do a working site visit in Selangor this Saturday to assess the raw inputs used in the biodiesel blending process.

Gold Futures End Higher On Optimism Over US-Iran Talks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today on optimism over a potential second round of talks between the United States and Iran to end their conflict.

Sunway Appoints Wahid Omar As Independent Non-Executive Director

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Conglomerate Sunway Bhd has appointed Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar as its independent and non-executive director with immediate effect. 

Ringgit Eases Versus Greenback On Profit-taking After Recent Gains

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today on profit-taking following recent gains, said an analyst.

KLCI Futures Close Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Wednesday, tracking weakness in the underlying cash market.

Profit-taking Drags Bursa Malaysia To End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia erased early gains to end slightly lower on Wednesday, as profit-taking emerged in selected heavyweight counters mainly in financial services and utilities sectors.

PayNet To Expand Cashless Initiatives Across More Tertiary Institutions

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) plans to expand its cashless payment initiatives to more tertiary education institutions, in collaboration with universities and student councils, as part of efforts to deepen digital payment adoption among students.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Optimism Over Potential US-Iran Diplomatic Breathrough

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Wednesday, lifted by optimism over a potential United States-Iran diplomatic breakthrough, said a dealer.

Malaysia Committed To Strengthening Regional Cooperation Via AZEC For Stable Energy Supply -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains committed to strengthening regional cooperation through the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) to ensure a stable, sufficient and resilient energy supply, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.