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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Scientex Bhd’s net profit increased by 11.1 per cent to RM142.91 million in the first quarter (1Q) ended Oct 31, 2025, compared with RM128.61 million in the same period last year, driven by higher revenue in packaging and property segments.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) looks forward to policy continuity and stability that provide businesses and investors with the confidence to plan and invest over the long term following the new Cabinet line-up announced yesterday.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rubber industry recorded a mixed performance this year, with output and exports, including external demand for gloves contracting, while the lesser commodities of cocoa and pepper bucked the trend by showing resilience.
BANGI, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil industry is expected to remain stable and competitive next year, driven by continued emphasis on research and development (R&D), yield improvements and sustainable practices in line with global market requirements, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The government has taken several measures to address the shadow economy as part of its efforts to boost national revenue, including the implementation of the e-invoicing system, which started in 2024.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a+” (Excellent) of Korean Reinsurance Company (KRE).
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gig economy performed better in 2025 than in 2024, buoyed by positive economic momentum and supportive policy measures, but the highlight is undeniably the passing of the Gig Workers Bill 2025.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors extended their net buying streak in Asian markets for the second consecutive week for the week ended Dec 12, 2025, registering net inflows of US$949.8 million.
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), regarded as the backbone of the economy, progressed further this year, buttressed by a more stable economic environment and a gradual recovery in domestic demand, which boosted sales and business confidence across the sector.
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) – As the year draws to a close in what was surely an eventful period for the aviation sector, news that the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 will resume on Dec 30 will hog the limelight in 2026.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- Denodo, a data management company, has been named a Leader for the sixth consecutive year in Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant for Data Integration Tools.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- The Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) for 2022 and 2023 will be presented and distributed in Parliament in 2026.
