Westports Share Price Up After Posting Higher FY2024 Net Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- Westports Holdings Bhd’s share price on Bursa Malaysia was slightly higher in early trading after posting a higher net profit of RM897.98 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) versus RM779.43 million in the preceding year. 

Gold Futures Market Takes A Breather As Concerns Over US Tariff Policies Ease

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives has taken a breather after its recent sharp surge, as concerns over United States (US) President Donald Trump's tariff policies have eased.

Gold Futures Close At 3-month High Amid Renewed US Tariff Threats

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended at its highest level since November 2024 amid renewed tariff threats from United States (US) President Donald Trump, who announced preparations to impose a 10 per cent tariff on Chinese imports. 

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar Supported By Decline In Malaysia's Inflation

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by data showing a decline in Malaysia’s inflation rate, said an economist.

KL Rubber Market Mixed As Traders React To US Tariff Proposal On China

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) – The local rubber market displayed mixed trends as sentiment turned bearish after US President Donald Trump hinted at his intention to impose 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports from Feb 1, a dealer said.

BNM's Decision To Keep OPR At 3 Pct Will Stimulate Economic Growth - Economists

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) strategy to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent today is meticulously crafted, emphasising sustained economic growth while keenly monitoring the ebb and flow of global financial and geopolitical developments, said economists. 

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar For Third Consecutive Day

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger for the third consecutive day against the greenback, supported by a decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY) as investors awaited further cues from the White House regarding developments in trade policy.

Ringgit Ends Higher Vs USD After Trump's Inauguration Speech

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar today, primarily driven by the United States (US) President Donald Trump's inauguration speech, said an economist.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Bargain Hunting Despite Lingering US Tariff Uncertainty

Rubber Market Closes Higher After US Delays China Tariffs

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The local rubber market ended higher on Tuesday in line with most of its regional peers as sentiment was lifted after the United States (US) delayed imposing tariffs on China, a dealer said.

Maybank IB Forecasts 41 Pct Gateway Container Mix For Westports In FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) forecast a 41 per cent gateway container mix for Westports Holdings Bhd in financial year 2025 (FY2025), compared to 45 per cent recorded in the third quarter last year, with a tariff hike anticipated in FY2027.

Bursa Malaysia Maintains Positive Momentum At Noon

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its uptrend at midday, supported by buying activity in selected heavyweight stocks, particularly in industrial products and services, utilities, and financial services.