TH Plantations Net Profit Rises To RM11.79 Mln In Second Quarter

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- TH Plantations Bhd’s (THP) net profit rose to RM11.79 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025) from RM10.41 million in the same period last year.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Gains, FBM KLCI Up 9.78 Pts

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Monday, extending last week’s gains as investors tracked Wall Street’s upbeat close on Friday.

Ringgit Rises Vs Greenback As Fed Signals Sept Rate Cut

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded, opening higher against the US dollar on Monday after US Federal Reserve (Fed) chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible interest rate cut in September.

Ringgit Set To March Stronger Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is poised to march stronger next week after the United States (US) Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell hinted at a potential interest rate cut in September.

Rubber Market Closes Higher, Tracking Regional Futures And Crude Oil

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market rebounded from yesterday's losses to close higher on Thursday, taking the cue from firmer regional rubber futures and stronger crude oil prices, a dealer said.

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.

Ringgit Opens Flat Against US Dollar On Cautious Sentiment 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened flat against the US dollar on Wednesday, amid cautious market sentiments ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) chair, Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech this Friday.

Gold Futures On BMD End Higher In Line With US Comex Counterpart

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (BMD) closed higher on Monday, mirroring the US COMEX gold market amid lower US Treasury yields.

Felcra Posts RM178 Mln Profit, To Disburse Rm101 Mln As First Interim Distributable Income

PASIR SALAK, Aug 17 (Bernama) -- Felcra Bhd has recorded a profit of RM178 million for up to April 2025, showing an increase compared to the previous year.

Malaysia’s 4.4 Pct 1H 2025 GDP Growth Shows MADANI Economy Policies Delivering Results -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Despite global uncertainties, Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.4 per cent in the first half of 2025, proving that the MADANI Economy policies are yielding results for the nation and, most importantly, the rakyat, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

MBSB IB Maintains Positive Call On Insurance Sector Despite Healthcare Inflation

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank (MBSB IB) has maintained its “positive” recommendation on the insurance sector, citing attractive valuations and high dividend yields despite persistent healthcare inflation and delays in healthcare cost-control reforms.

Bursa Malaysia Retreats From 7-day Gains, Tracking Downbeat Regional Bourses

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pulled back from a seven-day winning streak to close lower today due to profit-taking in line with the downbeat regional market performance.