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KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore has awarded a 1.58-hectare land parcel at Chuan Grove, Singapore, to Sing Holdings Residential Pte Ltd (SHRPL) and Sunway Developments Pte Ltd (SDPL), following a successful joint tender by both parties.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- The Saudi Capital Market Authority (CMA) has approved a set of amendments to simplify investment account procedures for certain investor categories in a move aimed at boosting its capital market appeal.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s flagship financial technology (fintech) event MyFintech Week (MyFW) returns for its third edition from Aug 4-7, 2025, as the country assumes the ASEAN chairmanship, underscoring its commitment to regional cooperation in driving digital financial transformation.
By Mohamad Syazwan Mustafa
JOHOR BAHRU, July 9 (Bernama) -- Johor has become one of the most vibrant investment destinations in Malaysia as it continues to record investment approvals totalling RM30.1 billion in the first quarter of this year, creating momentum and a new wave in the country's investment ecosystem through the digital and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors.
SHAH ALAM, July 9 (Bernama) -- Logistics outfit DHL is optimistic about solidifying its growth in Malaysia despite the United States announcing a 25 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) has recently appointed its first Shariah Advisory Board (SAB), a significant step forward in providing Shariah governance, upholding ethical standards, and fostering greater confidence in Malaysia’s gold industry.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- PU Prime and the Argentina Football Association (AFA) have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at amplifying their global presence during a ceremonial signing event held at the Argentina Football Academy Vallecas in Madrid.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has successfully yielded RM4 billion in potential investments and RM675 million in potential exports in the trade and investment mission led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to France on July 4, 2025.
TUARAN, July 5 (Bernama) -- The cockle industry has the potential to generate RM34.4 million annually based on an estimated landing of 3,240 tonnes per year and a 7.6-fold return on investment in Sabah, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
GEORGE TOWN, July 4 (Bernama) -- SuperSiC (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Jingsheng Mechanical & Electrical Co Ltd (JSG), has broken ground for its new manufacturing facility in Penang Technology Park @ Bertam, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent at its Monetary Policy Committee meeting on July 9, with the balance of risks tilted towards one cut, said RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB).
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) – The Finance Ministry (MOF) has agreed to provide transitional support to industry players during the change in the scope of the Sales and Service Tax (SST), following feedback regarding difficulties in complying with all operational requirements.
