Digital Policy Alignment Crucial To Unlock Next Phase Of ASEAN-S. Korea Growth 

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Closer policy alignment between ASEAN and South Korea is key to unlocking the next phase of digital-driven growth in Southeast Asia and foster mutually beneficial economic linkages, a technology research expert said.

ASEAN-US Relations Progressing Well, MITI Optimistic Trade Deal Will Be Inked During Summit

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- ASEAN and the United States (US) have made significant progress in their bilateral relations, marked by the confirmed attendance of US President Donald Trump at the upcoming 47th ASEAN Summit, where both sides are expected to strengthen economic cooperation through the signing of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART).

Malaysia Expands Blackberry Communication Deployment In 47th ASEAN Summit

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

 KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- BlackBerry Limited Ltd has announced that Malaysia has deployed the BlackBerry AtHoc platform and the BlackBerry SecuSUITE solution to secure communications and protect people during the ASEAN Summit events in 2025.

Malaysia’s Inflation Up 1.5 Pct In September 2025 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation increased 1.5 per cent in September 2025, with the index points standing at 135.2 as against 133.2 in the same month of 2024, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Hologic To Be Acquired By Blackstone, TPG In US$18.3 Bln Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Hologic Inc announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by funds managed by Blackstone and TPG in a transaction valued at up to US$79 per share, representing an enterprise value of up to US$18.3 billion. (US$1=RM4.22)

Global Game-Changers: Bloomberg Names 2025 New Economy Catalysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Bloomberg New Economy and Bloomberg Businessweek have unveiled the 2025 New Economy Catalysts—a powerhouse cohort of innovators tackling humanity’s greatest challenges with bold ideas and real-world impact.

FBM KLCI Futures Lower In Early Session

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures were lower in early trade on Wednesday.

CUSTA Doubles To 4,000 Products, Offers Unlimited Customisation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Homegrown customisation e-commerce platform CUSTA Sdn Bhd has unveiled a full-scale renewal of its service, doubling its catalogue to 4,000 products and introducing unlimited customisation combinations with instant pricing and lead-time visibility.

MITI To Strengthen National Design Ecosystem - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), through the Malaysia Design Council (MRM), will continue to strengthen the national design ecosystem through three key priorities.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Expectations of Rising Production

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives reversed earlier gains to close lower on Tuesday, amid expectations of rising production in the coming weeks, said palm oil trader David Ng.

Gold Futures Track Weaker COMEX Prices To End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, tracking the weaker performance of COMEX gold prices.

FBM KLCI Futures End Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, tracking gains in the underlying cash market.