Azizan Abdul Aziz Named Bursa Malaysia's Islamic Capital Market Director

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has appointed Azizan Abdul Aziz as director of its Islamic capital market (ICM) effective today.

Grab Granted Cross-border Ride-hail Service Operator Licence

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Southeast Asia’s top ride-hailing and delivery firm Grab has been granted the first Cross-Border Ride-Hail Service Operator Licence (CRSOL), which allows operators to provide cross-border services through their ride-hail platforms.

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. 

AI, Digital Infrastructure Investment Key To Malaysia's Economic Transformation - Expert

By Mohamad Syazwan Mustafa

JOHOR BAHRU, April 30 (Bernama) -- Artificial intelligence (AI) and a surge in digital infrastructure investment, particularly data centres, are expected to be key drivers of Malaysia's economic growth over the next five to 10 years, thus reshaping the country's economic structure from a labour-intensive model to a high-value technology and data-based economy.

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.

KLCI Futures Close Mostly Lower Amid Steady Cash Market

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly lower in contrast with the steady performance of the cash market.

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.

Operating Expenditure Adjustments Will Not Affect Frontliners -- Amir Hamzah

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Operating expenditure adjustments being implemented by the government will not affect frontline personnel or the delivery of basic services to the public, as they will only involve non-critical expenditures, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Public Mutual Declares Distributions Of Over RM99 Mln For Four Funds

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Public Mutual, a wholly owned subsidiary of Public Bank, has declared distributions amounting to more than RM99 million for four funds for the financial year ended April 30, 2026.

Bina Darulaman Strengthens Focus On Core Business To Drive Long-Term Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Bina Darulaman Bhd (BDB) is strengthening its focus on core businesses and operational discipline as part of a comprehensive recovery plan to restore profitability, improve execution and build a more resilient platform for long-term growth.