Middle East Geopolitical Tensions And Their Short-term Impact On Malaysia - Amir Hamzah 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are having a short-term impact on Malaysia, particularly in terms of economic stability, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

SME Bank’s RM211 Mln Strategic Initiative To Support MSME Growth – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The launch of a strategic initiative worth RM211 million by Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank) is set to support the sustainable and inclusive growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) segment.

KLCI Futures Open Firmer, Track Cash Market Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives opened mostly higher on Thursday, tracking gains in the cash market.

Gold Futures End Mostly Higher, Gains Capped By Easing Middle East Tensions

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly higher on Wednesday, as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East capped gains, said SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes.

CPO Futures End Lower Amid Weaker Soybean Oil Prices

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, influenced by declining soybean oil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade.

Startup ASEAN Platform A Step Forward For Regional Integration – ASEAN Sec-Gen

PUTRAJAYA, June 25 (Bernama) -- The official launch of the Startup ASEAN platform today marks a transformative step forward in strengthening regional collaboration, serving as a central digital hub for entrepreneurs, investors, governments and ecosystem builders across all ASEAN member states.

FBM KLCI Futures Close Mostly Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly higher today.

Beijing To Host Global Digital Economy Conference 2025 With UNDP As Co-Organiser

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Global Digital Economy Conference (GDEC 2025) will be held in Beijing from July 2, under the theme “Building a Digitally Friendly City,” as announced at a press conference on June 23.

NIKE Nominates Former LEGO CEO Jørgen Vig Knudstorp To Board Of Directors 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- NIKE Inc has announced the nomination of Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, former LEGO Group President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), to its Board of Directors.

Survey Finds Consumers Warming To AI, Frustrated By Omnichannel Gaps

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- A growing number of global consumers are ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) in customer experiences within healthcare, financial services and insurance sectors but continue to be frustrated by poor omnichannel services and outdated data collection processes, according to new research by Smart Communications.

MICHELIN Guide Expands To Saudi Arabia, Eyes Riyadh And Jeddah In 2026 Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The MICHELIN Guide has announced its first-ever entry into Saudi Arabia, with a new restaurant selection set to spotlight the culinary scenes of Riyadh and Jeddah while also extending its reach to emerging gastronomic hubs such as AlUla, Khobar, and other regions of the Kingdom.

KLCI Futures Open Firmer

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives opened higher on Wednesday, tracking gains in the cash market.