Sweden-Malaysia Economic Ties Flourish, FDI Soars & Semiconductor Sector Emerges As Key Growth Area

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Economic ties between Sweden and Malaysia have flourished over the years, with Swedish foreign direct investment (FDI) in Malaysia soaring to US$1.43 billion (US$1=RM4.37) to date from US$113 million in 2014.

Swedish Firms Supporting Malaysia’s Green Transition With Sustainable Investments

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram & Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) – Top Swedish firms that have been investing in Malaysia’s industrial development since the nation achieved its independence are lending their expertise in the country’s green economy transition by focusing on the sustainability agenda.

More Than 90 Pct Of Independent Smallholders To Be MSPO-certified End-2025 -- MPOB

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is targeting more than 90 per cent of independent smallholders (ISH) to achieve Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification by the end of next year.

US Tariffs On China To Have Mixed Impact On ASEAN Economies -- OCBC

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Potential US tariffs of up to 60 per cent on Chinese exports could have a mixed impact on ASEAN economies, creating medium-term growth opportunities for the ASEAN-6 region, which includes Malaysia, said OCBC Global Markets Research.

Ringgit Edges Higher Against US Dollar At The Close

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher at the close against the US dollar on Wednesday as traders and investors remain guarded ahead of a crucial week, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Regional Jitters As US Election Uncertainty Weighs

By NurulJannah Kamaruddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia mirrored regional jitters to end lower as the US election nears with polls indicating a closely contested race.

Rubber Market Ends Higher Amid Crude Oil Recovery

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Wednesday, bolstered by recovering crude oil prices and the weakening of the ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

CSOP: Saudi's Initial Foray In Hong Kong-listed Shares Focusing On Chinese Firms

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- CSOP Asset Management Limited (CSOP) announced it is part of the introduction of the Albilad CSOP MSCI Hong Kong China Equity exchange-traded fund (ETF) (symbol: 9410) on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) on Oct 30.

CPO Futures Hit Two-Year High On Bullish Sentiment, Strong Exports

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Tuesday, reaching a two-year high, said Fastmarket Palm Oil Analytics senior analyst Sathia Varqa.

Malaysia To Drive ASEAN FTA Upgrades To Further Enhance Region's Economic Growth    

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is looking forward to the "upgrading" and conclusion of some of the existing free trade agreements (FTAs) with certain countries such as China, India and ASEAN member economies.

Bursa Malaysia Snaps 6-day Losing Streak On Bargain Hunting, CI Up 0.29 Pct

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished higher today on bargain hunting, after six days of losses, as investors sought opportunities in large-cap stocks with compelling valuations following the recent global equity sell-off.

IATA To Offer Digital Currencies In Financial Settlement Systems

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.