Fahmi : Premature To Reveal Conditions For U Mobile’s 5G Network

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd will be subject to specific conditions set by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) as it develops Malaysia’s second 5G network, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

Cagamas Raised RM2.2 Bln in October Despite Challenging Market Environment

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Cagamas Bhd, the national mortgage corporation of Malaysia, successfully raised RM2.2 billion in October despite challenging market conditions.

BMI Maintains Brent Crude Price At US$81 Per Barrel In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, has maintained its forecast for Brent crude price at US$81 per barrel in 2024, falling to US$78 per barrel in 2025.

Ringgit Opens Higher Versus US Dollar Following Fed Rate Cut

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened at the 4.38 level against the US dollar on Friday after the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) cut interest rates by 25 basis points (bps) during its Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting last night.

Gold Futures End Lower On Stronger US Dollar

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by the US dollar’s strong performance, said an analyst.

Ringgit Marginally Lower Against US Dollar At The Close

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its downward momentum against the US dollar on Thursday, albeit marginally, weighed by a decline in Malaysia's international reserves, said an economist. 

Malaysia Ready For New Investment Era With Clear Economic Vision -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia stands ready for a new era of investment, supported by a clear vision for economic transformation and a commitment to attracting investments aligned with the nation’s high-growth and sustainable future, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Bursa Malaysia Pulls Back After Recent Rally

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia staged a modest pullback to end lower today, driven by profit-taking after a four-day rally, amid the mostly higher regional market performance, an analyst said.

Narrowing Of Interest Rate Differentials Positive For Ringgit - BNM Governor 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- The narrowing of interest rate differentials between Malaysia and advanced economies is positive for the ringgit amid volatility in geopolitical developments, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

BNM's International Reserves At US$117.6 Bln As Of Oct 30, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's international reserves stood at US$117.6 billion (US$1 = RM4.40) as of Oct 30, 2024, compared to US$119.6 billion on Oct 15, 2024. 

Ecoworld Malaysia Inks Deal To Acquire Land In Selangor For RM742.4 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld Malaysia) has announced that, following its participation in a request for proposal process initiated by Boustead Properties Bhd (BProp), it has inked several agreements to develop 10 parcels of freehold land in Selangor.  

Women Entrepreneurs Bring Fresh Insights Into Vientiane Roundtable Discussion

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Thirty-five young women entrepreneurs from across the 10 ASEAN Member States and Japan convened in Lao PDR on Nov 5 to 6 to discuss challenges and opportunities related to innovation and sustainability in their enterprises.