KLCI Futures Likely To Trade Sideways Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade sideways next week amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Daily Life In Hanoi Continues Unabated Despite Work From Home Call To Save On Fuel Costs

From Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

HANOI, March 14 (Bernama) – Despite the war in West Asia that has spiked oil prices, the people of Vietnam seem oblivious to the consequent inflationary pressures, especially for a nation that depends significantly on imported crude oil.

MITI To Give Explanation On Alleged Excess Capacity, Forced Labour -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will give an explanation to the United States (US) regarding allegations of structural excess capacity and production as well as the use of forced labour, which are among issues under probe under Section 301(b) of the US’ Trade Act of 1974.

ASEAN Economic Ministers: Middle East Tensions Pose Risks To Region's Economic Stability, Energy Security

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Continued tensions in the Middle East will have impact on economic security and stability, the livelihoods of millions of people in the region, and hinder economic progress in ASEAN, according to a joint statement by the ASEAN Economic Ministers.

Malaysia's Economic Performance Still Positive Despite Global Uncertainty -- Chief Statistician

JASIN, March 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has continued to show positive economic performance despite global uncertainty, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) chief statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin.

LRT Mutiara Line: Cross-Sea Link Takes Only Eight Minutes, 90 Per Cent Public Support

By R.Ratcharathan

GEORGE TOWN, March 13 (Bernama) -- Set to reshape the future of public transport in Penang, Light Rail Transit (LRT) Mutiara Line aims to link the island’s busy corridors through a fast and efficient light rail network.

KLCI Futures End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today.

CPO Futures Close Higher For Third Consecutive Day On Firmer Crude Oil

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives close higher for the third consecutive day on Friday, mainly due to strengthening crude oil prices.

Oil Price Shock Could Force Indonesia To Breach Three Per Cent GDP Deficit Rule

JAKARTA, March 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia may struggle to keep its budget deficit within the legal ceiling of three per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) if global oil prices continue to surge due to prolonged geopolitical tensions, potentially forcing the government to consider extraordinary fiscal measures.

France Seeks To Expand Investments In Malaysia’s Aeronautics, Energy And Critical Minerals Sectors -- Envoy

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- France is encouraging more of its companies to invest in Malaysia, particularly in sectors such as aeronautics, energy, and critical minerals, including rare earth elements (REE), according to French Ambassador to Malaysia, Marc Abensour.

MIDA To Assume InvestKL's Investment Promotion Functions From March 15

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) will assume the investment promotion and facilitation functions of InvestKL Corporation (InvestKL) effective March 15, 2026.

Gold Futures Extend Losses As Safe-haven Appeal Eases

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower at Friday’s close as traders and investors are no longer viewing gold purely through a geopolitical safe-haven lens.