PNB To Launch Zakat al-Mustaghallat Via Khultah Method In Mid-2026, Eyes RM60 Mln In Collection

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) will launch zakat assessment for Fixed Price Funds managed by Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB) through the al-Mustaghallat zakat method via Khultah (collective) in mid-2026.  

Malaysia Eyes Larger Share Of South Korea’s Halal Food Market

SEOUL, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s halal products are poised to gain a stronger foothold in South Korea’s fast-growing convenience and premium food sector, driven by rising demand for halal, organic and sustainably sourced goods.

Gold Futures Likely To Trade Lower Next Week

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade lower next week, with traders eyeing a consolidation within the US$4,015 to US$4,075 per troy ounce range.

Malaysia Committed To Boosting Economic, Technological Cooperation With South Africa

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is committed to strengthening economic and technological cooperation with South Africa, including in the semiconductor sector, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Halagel Returns To Explore Indonesian Market, Eyes 60 Mln Consumers In Sumatra

JAKARTA, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Halagel (M) Sdn Bhd has relaunched the distribution of its products in Kota Padang through a collaboration with Aciak Mart, one of the largest retail chains in West Sumatra.

FBM KLCI Opens Lower But Edges Higher Thereafter

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index opened lower but turned marginally higher thereafter amid a cautious market undertone following a weak Wall Street’s performance overnight.

Malaysia Should Adopt And Adapt AI To Secure Digital Future - Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must move beyond debating whether to “adopt or adapt” to artificial intelligence (AI) and instead focus on doing both effectively to secure the country’s digital future, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Gold Futures Seen Rebounding Next Week On Softer US Data Expectations

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade on a firmer footing next week, with traders eyeing a rebound within the US$4,160 to US$4,210 per troy ounce range.

Timor-Leste Eyes ASEAN Partners For Greater Sunrise Project

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Timor-Leste has invited ASEAN investors to participate in the development of the Greater Sunrise gas field project, which is expected to open new investment opportunities and strengthen local industry participation, said its Ambassador to Malaysia, Lisualdo Gaspar.

F&N Eyes New Dairy Opportunities Beyond Fresh Milk

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Fraser and Neave Holdings Bhd (F&N) plans to expand its product range to include butter, cream, and yoghurt, viewing these as additional opportunities beyond fresh milk, depending on the success of the F&N AgriValley.

Malaysian Firms Eye Booming Chinese Halal Market Via MIHAS@Shanghai

By Amanina Mohamad Yusof

SHANGHAI, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysian companies are leveraging the Malaysia International Halal Showcase in Shanghai (MIHAS@Shanghai) to expand into China’s fast-growing halal market, tapping demand from one of the world’s largest Muslim consumer bases.

BTC Maju Targets China, Saudi Markets With Fried Bitter Gourd Products

From Amanina Mohamad Yusof

SHANGHAI, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- BTC Maju Holding Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of BTC Bhd, aims to raise its annual sales to RM10 million next year from the current RM2 million as it seeks to expand its export market to China and Saudi Arabia with its innovative bitter gourd–based products.