SC Chairmanship Of ACMF Focuses On Strengthening Resilience Of Asean Capital Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) chaired by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) this year represents an opportunity to advance regional collaboration and build better connected and resilient capital markets within ASEAN.

Capital Market Rises To RM4.2 Trillion In 2024 On Strong Equity, Bond Markets - SC

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- Strong buying interest in the local bourse, followed by a slew of initial public offerings (IPOs) and growth in total outstanding for the bond and sukuk market has resulted in an increase in the size of the capital market by 9.7 per cent to RM4.2 trillion in 2024 from RM3.8 trillion in 2023.

CILTM Sabah Backs Labuan’s Growth As A Regional Maritime Hub

LABUAN, March 20 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section has been tasked by CILT Malaysia to drive the growth and development of Labuan’s logistics and transport industry.

PEOPLElogy Signs Underwriting Agreement With Kenanga IB For IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- PEOPLElogy Bhd has signed an underwriting agreement with Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd for its initial public offering (IPO) in conjunction with its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Lack Of Buying Catalysts

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the day broadly lower, driven primarily by selling in construction and banking sectors, while healthcare stocks saw some buying interest, an analyst said.

Rubber Market Closes Lower Amid Weaker Crude Oil Prices

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed slightly lower on Wednesday due to losses in crude oil prices and a stronger ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday, Bucks Regional Trend

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia bucked the regional trend to end the morning trading session lower, with selling mostly spotted among the heavyweights led by financial services and construction counters.

Bursa Malaysia Lower In Early Trade As It Tracks Wall St Decline

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia started the day broadly lower as it tracked Wall Street's weaker performance overnight and on caution ahead of a decision on US interest rates later tonight.

EVE Energy’s Phase 2 Expansion To Create Over 1,000 Jobs – MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- EVE Energy Co Ltd’s (EVE Energy) Phase 2 expansion will create over 1,000 jobs, underscoring its commitment to Malaysia’s economic growth, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) said.  

Strong Buying Lifts Bursa Malaysia At Close, CI Up 1.04 Pct

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended gains to a third consecutive session today, driven by broad-based buying across various sectors following the recent strong sell-off, in line with the performance of regional markets, an analyst said.

Local Rubber Market Settles Lower In Line With Regional Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market settled lower on Monday, dragged down by losses in regional rubber futures markets.

US Tariff War Continues To Impact Asian Equities With Net Outflows Of US$6.73 Bln - MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors maintained a bearish stance on Asian equities, continuing to net sell for the third consecutive week, with a significant outflow totaling US$6.73 billion (US$1=RM4.43), except for the Philippines, while local investors helped Bursa Malaysia to cushion the impact of the broader market outflows.