CPOPC Welcomes Papua New Guinea As Its Fourth Member Country

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- The Council of Palm Oil Producing Countries (CPOPC) has welcomed Papua New Guinea as its fourth member country, according to a statement from the CPOPC.

APEC Returns To South Korea After 20 Years, To Zero In On Innovation, Digitalisation, Sustainability

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- South Korea, which will be hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) this year for the first time in 20 years, will focus on innovation, digitalisation and sustainability.

KSI Forecasts Malaysia's Economic Growth At 4.9 Pct For 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economic growth is expected to moderate to 4.9 per cent in 2025, slightly above the official target range of 4.5 per cent to 5.5 per cent, taking into account the impact of domestic policies and external challenges, said KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific (KSI).

Ringgit Starts 2025 Lower On Fed Rate Cut Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar on the first trading day of the year, weighed by market concerns over the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) potential decision to cut interest rates in 2025.

Ringgit Closes Out 2024 As Top Performer Among Major Asian Currencies

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit emerged as the best-performing currency in Asia in 2024, standing out among major regional peers amid a challenging global economic landscape.

Ringgit Closes Lower AS Greenback Demand Rises Amid Global Uncertainties

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on the last trading day of 2024 on rising demand for the safe-haven currency amid ongoing global economic uncertainties.

Bursa Malaysia Shines In 2024, CI To Touch 1,800 Next Year, With 50 New Listings

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's equity market delivered a commendable performance in 2024, earning a solid grade close to an “A”, with several key milestones achieved throughout the year, laying the foundation for the main index to reach 1,800 next year, with 50 new listings anticipated.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Winning Streak To 6 Days, CI Closes The Year Up 0.28 Pct

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed the year with modest gains, rising by 0.28 per cent and bucking the regional downtrend, thanks to strong buying momentum in selected heavyweights.  

Ringgit Opens Firmer Despite Safe-Haven Demand

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar this morning, despite rising demand for the safe-haven currency amid ongoing global economic uncertainties and heightened geopolitical risks, an analyst said.  

Gold Futures End Lower Amid Uncertainties On Fed Monetary Easing Cycle

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today clouded by policy uncertainties ahead of the new US administration under President-elect Donald Trump.

Ringgit Holds Steady To Close Higher Against US Dollar

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit held firm to close marginally higher against the US dollar on Monday despite a strong greenback underpinned by elevated US bond yields.

ASEAN Countries Can Emulate Malaysia To Include Sustainability In Renewed Trade Deals

By Nor Baizura Basri

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- ASEAN economies can emulate Malaysia’s move to renew some of its bilateral trade deals with partner countries to include sustainability elements and the changing dynamics of the global investment landscape.