Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar As Rising Oil Prices Lift Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit finished stronger against the US dollar today, supported by rising oil prices which benefitted Malaysia as an oil exporter.

Kenanga Revises PCG's FY2025 Profit Forecast Up By 10 Pct, Reflecting Higher Polyolefin Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has revised its financial year 2025 forecast (FY2025F) core profit for Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) upward by 10 per cent, reflecting higher polyolefin price assumptions and improved speciality division profits.

Malaysia's Livestock Industry Total Trade Increases RM254.7 Mln To RM1.4 Bln In 2023 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s total trade in the livestock industry grew 23.2 per cent, or RM254.7 million, to RM1.4 billion in 2023, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Fiuu Drives Innovation, Expands Reach Amid Digital Payments Surge

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The surge in digital payment adoption during the pandemic accelerated the demand for secure and scalable solutions, and Fiuu, an online payment solution provider, was well-positioned to address this need.

Malaysia's TIV For New Vehicle Sales Set To Fall To 755,000 Units In 2025 - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The total industry volume (TIV) for new vehicle sales is expected to decline by four per cent year-on-year to 755,000 units in 2025, compared with 790,000 units in 2024, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher vs Greenback

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by the yuan’s stabilisation after the People’s Bank of China decided against cutting rates earlier this week, a move seen as a positive signal.

Cocoa, Pepper Continue Resilient Performance In 2024, Positive Outlook In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- Cocoa and pepper continued their upward performance in 2024 driven by higher global demand and the government’s support towards the commodity’s growth.

Malaysia Must Beef Up Workforce Transformation To Be Future-Ready

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s workforce needs to be strengthened to ensure they are future-ready, particularly in the artificial intelligence (AI) and renewable energy sectors, said Learning Edge founder Perthpal Singh.

Automotive Sector Revs Up To Another Resilient Performance In 2024 As First National EV Debuts

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- As 2024 draws to a close, the automotive industry stands out not only because of the better-than-expected vehicle sales for the third year running but also due to the much-anticipated launch of Malaysia’s very own electric vehicle (EV).

Rise In Oil Prices Lifts Ringgit Higher At Close

By Nurul Jannah Kamaruddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit maintained its upward trajectory to close higher against the US dollar and major currencies, mainly lifted by rising oil prices.

MJets Air Buys A Freighter For US$4.6 Mln As Part Of Fleet Expansion Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- MJets Air Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of MMAG Holdings Bhd (MMAG), has acquired a Boeing B737-400SF converted freighter for US$4.6 million (US$1=RM4.49) as part of its plan to expand its fleet to 13 aircraft by the end of 2025.

Malaysia’s November PPI Records Slower Decrease of 0.4 pct -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Producer Price Index (PPI) declined by 0.4 per cent in November 2024, a slower decrease compared to the 2.4 per cent drop in October 2024, mainly due to the continued contraction in the mining sector, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).