Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday, In Sync With Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained higher in sync with the upbeat performance of regional peers amid optimism over easing United States (US)-China trade tensions. 

Gold Closes Higher Amid Rising Concerns Over Global Economy

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) --  The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, tracking gains on COMEX, as investors continued to flock to the precious metal amid growing concerns about the global economy.

Johor Records RM27.4 Bln Investment In 1Q, A Positive Sign For The State -- Onn Hafiz

JOHOR BAHRU, April 17 (Bernama) -- The RM27.4 billion investment recorded in Johor during the first quarter (1Q) of 2025 is a positive indicator of the investment climate in the state, said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

Rubber Market Extends Lower Downtrend, Tracking Weaker Regional Futures

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market continued to close lower on Wednesday, dragged by losses in regional rubber futures markets, sparked by fears of escalating global trade war, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Pares Earlier Losses To End Marginally Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) --  The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) slipped into negative territory today to end the week on a subdued note, weighed down by selling in banking blue chips as investors continued to assess the global trade outlook.

Broad-based Selling Drags Bursa Malaysia Down, With FBM KLCI Just Above 1,400-level

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its downtrend to close lower today as broad-based selling was seen across the board amid the escalating global trade war, with the benchmark index hovering just above the 1,400-level.

Cargill Snags Five 2025 Edison Awards For Innovations In Food And Agriculture

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Cargill has received five prestigious Edison Awards for its groundbreaking advancements in food and agriculture.

US Tariff Fiasco Presents ASEAN With Both Challenges And Opportunities -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The recent tariff announcement by Washington will change the trade dynamics and operating environment, which can influence the economic growth narrative and present ASEAN with both challenges and opportunities.

Japan Insurers Seek Growth Abroad As Domestic Market Shrinks - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Japanese insurance companies are increasingly seeking growth overseas as the domestic market faces constraints due to an ageing and shrinking population, according to a new commentary by AM Best.

Giesecke+Devrient Posts Record 3.132 Bln Euros Revenue In 2024, Maintains Growth Trajectory

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), a SecurityTech company, reported a record-breaking 3.132 billion euros in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year, surpassing its strong performance in 2023 despite challenging economic conditions. (1 Euro = RM4.85)

Rising Demand For Caregivers Highlights Long-term Care Economics - WEF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 (Bernama) -- The growing demand for carers and long-term care services is underscoring the need for sustainable care funding and better economic support for caregiving, the World Economic Forum (WEF) said.  

Consumers Buying More Private Label Products Than Branded, NIQ Report Reveals

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- NielsenIQ (NIQ), a consumer intelligence company, in its global report has revealed challenges and opportunities for private label and branded product growth, with 53 per cent of consumers increasingly purchasing more private label products.