FRANKFURT, March 19 (Bernama-dpa) -- The European Central Bank (ECB) is set to announce its latest decision on interest rates on Wednesday against the backdrop of surging oil prices due to the conflict in West Asia, reported German Press Agency (dpa).
KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 (Bernama) -- The introduction of key amendments to hire-purchase financing practices under the Hire-Purchase (Amendment) Act 2026 (HPAA) marks a significant move in strengthening borrowers’ protection, particularly for those looking to sell vehicles before their financing contracts mature, an economist said.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) — The government's commitment to fiscal policy reforms over the past few years is bearing fruit, affording it room to adopt a wait-and-see approach amid the conflict in West Asia, according to OCBC Research Group.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Monday as traders appeared to be cautious ahead that the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) may take a more hawkish stance at its meeting this week.
By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Monday in tandem with regional rubber futures markets that tracked the economic performance of rubber consuming regions such as the United States and China, a dealer said.
By Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said policymakers are likely to assess the situation before raising interest rates to contain inflation resulting from the impact of the conflict in West Asia and surging oil prices.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Gold prices may decline temporarily as investors sell liquid assets to raise US dollar funding, similar to trends seen during the global financial crisis and the early phase of the COVID-19 shock, according to an analyst.
By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives continue to end lower at Thursday's closing after crude oil prices surged past US$100, which pushed short end US yields and the dollar higher.
SUBANG JAYA, March 11 (Bernama) -- Proton Holdings Bhd launched the 2026 Proton X90, a seven-seater sport utility vehicle (SUV) enhanced with a new powertrain that further strengthens performance and driving confidence.
By Dr Phar Kim Beng
Few economic indicators shape global stability as decisively as the price of oil.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- BMW Malaysia will roll out its nationwide sales event with the BMW March Into Joy programme from March 6 to March 8, 2026, inviting customers to explore exclusive offers on selected BMW models at all its authorised dealerships nationwide.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- International real estate technology group, Juwai IQI expects Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to keep the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged at 2.75 per cent, choosing stability as Malaysia’s economy continues its strong performance.
