CPO Futures Close Higher Tracking Stronger Crude Oil Prices

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, tracking stronger crude oil prices amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, a trader said.

Gold Futures End Lower Amid Firmer Demand For US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today due to stronger US dollar and shifting investor positioning amid geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia.

Malaysia's Growth Outlook Intact Despite The Strait Of Hormuz Blockade -- Economists

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s short-term economic impact is expected to remain manageable, despite the impasse in United States (US)-Iran peace talks, said economists.

Cash Flow Key To SME Survival Amid Global Uncertainty, Says Business Consultant

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Cash flow has become more critical than profits for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) amid ongoing global uncertainty, as businesses are experiencing shocks that occur faster than their revenue cycles can absorb.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday, Tracking Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session lower, in line with regional market losses, as sentiment remained volatile amid ongoing developments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Palm Oil To See Lower Inventory In 2Q, Driven By Stronger Exports - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil inventory is expected to inch down in the second quarter (2Q) of the year, driven by stronger exports as buyers stock up amid uncertainty over the current ceasefire in West Asia.

Global Energy Crisis: Moderation, Public Prudence Key To National Resilience

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

PUTRAJAYA, April 13 (Bernama) -- Amid global economic uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions and volatile crude oil prices, the key question is no longer only how effectively governments can manage the crisis, but how far the public is prepared to help limit its impact.

Ringgit Opens Mostly Higher Against Major Currencies, Slightly Lower Vs Greenback

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened mostly higher against major currencies today, but eased slightly against the US dollar amid growing external uncertainties and firmer demand for the US dollar.

Ringgit Strength, Foreign Inflows Support Malaysia Bond Market Amid Global Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s bond market continued to demonstrate resilience amid global volatility, supported by a strengthening ringgit and sustained foreign inflows, according to CIMB Treasury and Markets Research.

Uncertain Global Security Landscape Warrants Malaysia And Turkiye To Elevate Defence Ties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) – An academic has urged Malaysia and Turkiye to strengthen defence cooperation by moving beyond procurement and establishing a strategic partnership to jointly develop the local defence and aerospace industry.

KLCI Futures Likely To Be Higher Next Week In Line With Cash Market

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to be higher in line with the cash market next week, dealers said.

Bursa Malaysia Likely To Trade On Upside Next Week On Firmer Market Sentiment - Analyst

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index is likely to break above the 1,700 psychological level in the coming week on firmer sentiment, alongside oil price stabilisation, supportive external momentum and easing volatility, and a turn in foreign fund flows, said an analyst.