JS-SEZ A Unique Initiative To Promote Malaysia And Singapore -- PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is a unique initiative where two countries work together as a team to help promote both nations and attract investments, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Red Sea Issues, US-China Trade Diversions To Continue Influencing Seaport, Logistics Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its “neutral” stance on the seaport and logistics sector as the shipping diversion from the Red Sea continues to weigh down on global trade.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher Amid Slower US Rate Cut Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index opened higher on Tuesday, buoyed by mixed performances on Wall Street and regional markets.

Gold Futures End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today on weaker demand as traders remained on the sidelines ahead of this week's important US economic data, including the nonfarm payrolls (NFP) report on Friday. 

Ringgit Closes Lower As Signs Of US Economic Recovery Spur Demand For Greenback

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its downtrend to close lower against the US dollar on Monday as the American economy showed further signs of recovery, spurring demand for the greenback.

Avis Predicts Surge In Corporate EV Leasing Demand

SHAH ALAM, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Avis Malaysia, a mobility solutions provider, projects a rise in demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the corporate non-commercial leasing segment this year, driven by government-friendly policies.

Prices Of Residential Houses In KL, PJ Set To Rise By 3-4 Pct This Year - Property influencer Sean Tan

By Karina Imran & Mikhail Raj

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Prices of double-storey residential houses in the Klang Valley, especially in Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Petaling Jaya (PJ), are expected to increase by 3.0 per cent to 4.0 per cent this year.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher, Tracks Wall St’s Firm Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index opened higher on Monday, tracking Wall Street’s gains after fresh demand for technology stocks propelled the US market.

Malaysian Cafe Owners To Rethink Pricing Strategies As Coffee Bean Prices Reach Record Highs

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) – Malaysian cafe owners who import coffee beans and sell speciality coffees are now faced with the challenge of rethinking their pricing strategies as coffee bean prices hit record highs. 

Gold Futures Likely To Be Volatile Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- Trading of gold futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is likely to oscillate between US$2,640 and US$2,700 per troy ounce next week, said an analyst. 

CPO Futures To Trade Slightly Bullish Next Week Due To Seasonally Strong Fundamentals

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade with a slight bullish bias next week, given the seasonally strong fundamentals, a dealer said.

Rubber Market Likely To Trade Range-bound With Downward Bias Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a slight downward bias due to a lack of demand next week, industry expert Denis Low said.