Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of US-Iran Ceasefire Expiry

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Tuesday as market participants are likely to focus on negotiations between the United States and Iran, with the two-week ceasefire, which commenced on April 7, set to expire on Wednesday.

Strengthen Energy, Economic Strategy Amid Global Uncertainty, ASEAN Told

BANGI, April 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must urgently strengthen regional coordination and craft a cohesive strategy on energy security and economic resilience in response to escalating geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, said Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Vice-Chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Sufian Jusoh.

Invest Selangor To Hold Engagement Sessions For Phase 2 Of Resilience Package

SHAH ALAM, April 20 (Bernama) -- Invest Selangor Bhd will hold engagement sessions with key sectors such as services and construction within one to two weeks as part of efforts to boost the state’s economic resilience through the Selangor Resilience Strengthening Package Phase 2.

West Asia Crisis A Reminder For ASEAN To Strengthen Energy Security -- Onn Hafiz

JOHOR BAHRU, April 20 (Bernama) -- The West Asian crisis is a reminder that ASEAN nations, particularly Malaysia, need to strengthen and diversify energy security and cooperation, as well as trade and supply chains.

Fujian Opens 2026 Cultural And Tourism Conference In Zhangzhou

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The 2026 Fujian Provincial Conference on the Development of Cultural and Tourism Economy kicked off recently in Zhangzhou, China's Fujian Province, highlighting elements of Minnan (Southern Fujian) wisdom, lifestyle, and culture.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Higher On Buying In Defensive Large-Cap Stocks

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher today, supported by buying interest in large-cap stocks as investors shifted toward defensive counters amid rising geopolitical uncertainty.

RM5 Bln Guarantee, e-Invoicing Flexibility To Aid MSMEs Amid Global Energy Crisis - PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, April 20 (Bernama) -- The government has announced several measures to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sustain operations amid the global energy crisis and the West Asia conflict, which have raised operating costs and disrupted supply chains.

Malaysia's Trade Prospects To Remain Stable In 2026 Amid Global Headwinds - RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade prospects in 2026 are expected to remain stable amid global headwinds arising from geopolitical tensions and potential adjustments in the United States tariff policies, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) today. 

SC, Bursa Malaysia Launch My Value Up Programme To Boost PLCs’ Long-term Value

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and Bursa Malaysia today introduced the MY Value Up Programme, a collaborative initiative to support Malaysian public-listed companies (PLCs) enhance their long‐term value creation and transform into globally attractive investment propositions.

Naico Malaysia Launches MyAERO Challenge To Strengthen National Talent Pipeline

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia (Naico Malaysia) has launched the MyAERO Challenge 2026, a national-level initiative aimed at building a sustainable aerospace talent pipeline. 

Malaysia Remains Optimistic On 2026 Growth Outlook - Akmal Nasrullah

PUTRAJAYA, April 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains optimistic on 2026's growth outlook despite uncertain geopolitics issues, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

Bursa Malaysia Up At Midday In Line With Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the morning trading session higher in line with the upbeat regional markets although sentiment remained cautious amid ongoing developments in the Strait of Hormuz.