Cautious Sentiment Weakens Ringgit Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Cautious market sentiment and a lack of local catalysts have led the ringgit to trade easier against the US dollar at the opening today. 

Ringgit Declines As US Prepares 25 Pct Tariffs On Canada, Mexico

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit weakened further against the US dollar amid mixed market sentiments following the US government’s preparations to impose 25 per cent tariffs on Canada and Mexico in early March.

Turing Secures US$14 Mln To Expand AI-driven Water Management Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Turing, a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven water management solutions, has successfully raised US$14 million in a funding round led by Safar Partners. (US$1=RM4.42)

RHB Bank's Net Profit Surges To RM3.12 Bln In FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd’s net profit increased to RM3.12 billion in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) from RM2.81 billion in FY2023, driven by strong total income growth.

Nambawan Super Goes Live With SmartStream’s AI-driven Air Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- SmartStream Technologies, the financial transaction lifecycle management (TLM) and solutions provider, announced that Nambawan Super Limited (NSL), Papua New Guinea's largest superannuation company, has successfully implemented SmartStream’s Air application for artificial intelligence (AI) data processing, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

GLIC's Domestic Investment Strengthens Economy, Resistance Against External Impacts

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) – Domestic strategic investments by government-linked investment companies (GLICs) are becoming increasingly important and play a key role in strengthening Malaysia's economy from within, and improving resilience against external impacts.

Guan Chong's Net Profit Surges To RM429.2 Mln In FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Guan Chong Bhd’s net profit surged to RM429.18 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) compared with RM100.93 million in the preceding year partly due to higher selling prices of cocoa products.

Yayasan Peneraju Introduces Direct Financing Scheme For Bumiputera Talents

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Yayasan Peneraju has launched a new financing scheme that will see funds disbursed directly to individuals instead of learning and training institutions. 

Bursa Malaysia Rebounds To End At Intraday High On Bargain Hunting, Ci Up 1.32 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped two days of losses to end at its intraday high today, with the composite index gaining 1.32 per cent, driven by bargain hunting following the recent heavy sell-off. 

Axiata Returns To The Black With RM946.82 Mln Net Profit In FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd returned to the black after posting a net profit of RM946.82 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024), against a net loss of RM1.99 billion in the FY2023.

Malaysia’s Economy Shows Promising Growth, LI Rises 3.1 Pct In Dec 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to continue promising progress in the near term with the leading index (LI) accelerated to 3.1 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in Dec 2024 compared to 0.4 per cent in December 2023.

Malta Tops Global Citizenship Index, Greece Leads Residence Rankings In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Malta has maintained its position at the top of the 2025 Global Citizenship Program Index for the 10th consecutive year, while Greece climbed to the top of the 2025 Global Residence Program Index for the first time, underscoring the dominance of European investment migration programmes.