Rubber Market Ends Higher On Surging Oil Prices, Supply Concerns

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher today,  supported by a sharp jump in crude oil prices.

Lynas' Operating License Renewal Granted By Atomic Energy Dept - Chang

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 (Bernama) -- The government has approved the renewal of Lynas Malaysia’s operating licence for 10 years, effective tomorrow, following technical assessments, verification of legal compliance, consideration of national strategic interests, and commitments given by the company.

Ship, Cargo War Insurance Surge Amid Middle East Tensions

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 (Bernama) – The global maritime industry is closely monitoring rising tensions in the Middle East, with hull insurance and cargo war risk coverage skyrocketing in response to the current situation.

Batik Air Cancels Kuala Lumpur–Dubai Flight Due To Middle East Airspace Closure

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- Batik Air has cancelled today’s scheduled service between Kuala Lumpur and Dubai as a precautionary safety measure due to the closure of designated airspace corridors in the Middle East.

EPF’s 6.15 Pct Dividend Respectable, Reflects Resilient Market Performance - Economists

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) dividend rate of 6.15 per cent for both the conventional and shariah savings accounts, with a total payout of RM79.6 billion for 2025, is respectable and reflective of resilient financial market performance despite global volatility, said economists.

Batik Air Closely Monitoring Middle East Situation, Assessing Potential Impact On Operations

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Batik Air is closely monitoring developments and assessing their potential impact on regional airspace and flight operations following the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East.

Rubber Market Expected Trend Up Next Week On Supply Constraints

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trend up next week with demand possibly outstripping supply amid the wintering season of rubber trees, industry expert Denis Low said.

Sarawak To Host Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Conference In June

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The Asia Pacific Green Hydrogen Conference and Exhibition (APGH) 2026, from June 9–11 in Kuching, Sarawak, aims to position the region as a competitive and resilient green hydrogen hub in support of Malaysia’s and Sarawak’s low-carbon ambitions.

AeroFlexx, Aveda Partner On Curbside-Recyclable Refill Packaging

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- AeroFlexx, an integrated, end-to-end liquid packaging company, has announced a collaboration with beauty brand Aveda to introduce a new refill packaging innovation aimed at advancing more sustainable and consumer-centric beauty packaging.

Nippon Kinzoku Expands Magnesium Alloy Foil Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Nippon Kinzoku Co Ltd, a pioneer in the rolling of magnesium alloys, has announced a strategic expansion in the sales of its magnesium alloy foil, positioned as a core "Eco-Product" to help reduce environmental impact.

BNM: Malaysia’s Official Reserve Assets At US$126.87 Bln As At End-January 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s official reserve assets amounted to US$126.87 billion (US$1=RM3.88) as at end-January 2026, as compared to US$125.53 billion as at end-December 2025.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Strengthening Ringgit, Uncertainty Over US Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Thursday amid a strengthening ringgit and uncertainty over US tariffs, despite the continued uptrend in Japanese rubber futures.