SEDC Energy In Talks To Export Solid Green Hydrogen

KUCHING, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Economic Development Corporation (SEDC), through its new energy arm, SEDC Energy Sdn Bhd (SEDCE), is in discussions with several potential offtakers for the export of green hydrogen in solid form.

Malaysia's Leading Index Eases 0.2 Pct In June 2025 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Leading Index (LI) annual growth rate saw a marginal 0.2 per cent decline in June 2025, at 113.4 points compared with 113.6  points  a year ago, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).  

Nippon Kinzoku Unveils Eco-Friendly Stainless Steel For High-Precision Etching 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Nippon Kinzoku Co Ltd has launched its fourth environmentally friendly “Eco-Product” series, the Special Tension Annealing (STA) finish stainless steel, aimed at reducing warping and refining crystal grain size for high-definition etching.

Wintech To Expand Smart Office Portfolio With AI-Driven Occupancy Insights, Advanced Analytics

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 (Bernama) -- Metal fabrication and workspace solutions company Wintech Metal Processing Sdn Bhd, one of the participants at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan, plans to expand its smart office portfolio with artificial intelligence (AI)-driven occupancy insights, advanced analytics, and customisable acoustic designs.

Malaysia Urged To Boost Local Gold Refining To Curb Forex Outflow – Prominent Gold Retailer

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must enhance its local gold refining capabilities to minimise the outflow of foreign exchange (forex) currently incurred by sending the precious metal to overseas facilities.

Basic Metals, Non-metallic Minerals And Wood Products Drive Foreign Investments In Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- The three main industries in Sabah that recorded the highest foreign investments over the past decade (2015 to 2024) in the manufacturing sector were basic metal products, non-metallic mineral products, and wood products, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Steel Unit Price Index Slips 0.2-3.5 Pct in July 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- The unit price index of steel recorded a slight decrease in July 2025, ranging from -0.2 per cent to -3.5 per cent as compared to the previous month, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). 

Gold Prices To Rise 10 Pct By September On Possible Fed Rate Cut

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 (Bernama) -- Gold is expected to increase by a further record-breaking 10 per cent in September from the current level of US$3,370 per ounce, driven by expectations that the United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) will lower its interest rates.

Gold Futures End Higher On Safe-haven Demand

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, driven by increased demand from investors seeking refuge in the precious metal, said an analyst.

Malaysia's IPI Rose Significantly By 3.0 Pct In June 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) increased by a significant 3.0 per cent in June 2025 from 0.3 per cent in May 2025 driven by growth momentum in the manufacturing and electricity sectors, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM). 

Gold Futures End Higher On Bursa Amid Shift In US Monetary Policy Expectations

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Monday, supported by a widespread shift in market expectations surrounding United States (US) monetary policy, an analyst said.

Malaysia Hosts High-Level SDMX Workshop To Strengthen Regional Statistical Capacity

IPOH, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia recently hosted International Workshop on Advanced Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) at the Malaysian Statistical Training Institute (ILSM) in Sungkai, Perak.