Malaysia Expected To Attract RM637 Bln Investments In RE, Green Technology By 2050

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to attract direct investments of about RM637 billion in renewable energy (RE) and green technology, in addition to creating 310,000 job opportunities by 2050, according to the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).

ASEAN Tech Summit 2025 Eyes Over RM200 Mln In Innovation Deals

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Technology Cooperation and Development Summit 2025 aims to secure over RM200 million in innovation and investment deals during its two-day run on November 25–26 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).

Banks, Fintech Players Step Up Cross-border Expansion And Collaboration In ASEAN

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 (Bernama) -- Financial institutions and financial technology (fintech) players are intensifying their focus on expanding across ASEAN, adopting tailored strategies to strengthen their presence in the region’s digital financial services landscape.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against US Dollar On Fed Rate Cut Hopes

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to close higher against the US dollar as expectations of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) gained momentum, said an analyst.

Stronger Buying Interest Lifts Bursa Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session higher, lifted by stronger buying interest following the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement, with market sentiment leaning towards the upcoming United States (US) economic data release. 

Malaysia To Host MIHAS 2025 In September, French Buyers To Participate

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will host the 21st edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2025) from Sept 17 to 20 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur.

Bank Islam Appoints New Group CFO Effective Aug 1

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd has appointed Siti Nur Huda Sufian as group chief financial officer (CFO) effective Aug 1, 2025 to succeed Azizan Abd Aziz.

BNM: Headline Inflation Down To 1.1 Pct, Core Inflation Unchanged In June 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s headline inflation eased further to 1.1 per cent in June 2025 from 1.2 per cent in May, while core inflation remained unchanged at 1.8 per cent, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

13MP Strategic Plans To Boost HGVH Industries, Strategic Sector Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The government will vigorously implement key strategic plans within the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) framework to boost growth in high-growth, high-value (HGHV) industries and key strategic sectors.

MBSB Research Projects 4.0 - 5.0 Pct Annual GDP Growth Under 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) will likely target sustainable gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 4.0-5.0 per cent annually from 2026 to 2030, driven by infrastructure development, domestic consumption and strategic initiatives like the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, according to MBSB Investment Bank (MBSB Research). 

14th SSM National Conference Returns With Focus On Sustainability And Governance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will host the 14th edition of the SSM National Conference (SSMNC) in 2025, continuing its commitment to advancing discussions on corporate governance and regulatory practices in Malaysia.

MMM To Be Suspended, Faces Delisting After Regularisation Plan Rejected

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Trading in MMM Group Bhd’s securities will be suspended from Aug 7, 2025, after Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd rejected its regularisation plan for failing to meet requirements under Practice Note 17 (PN17) of the Main Market listing requirements.