Evercore Appoints Ben Hart As Senior Managing Director, Head Of Asia PCA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Evercore, a global independent investment banking advisory firm, has appointed Ben Hart as senior managing director and head of its Asia Private Capital Advisory (PCA) division.

Coventry Becomes Exclusive Life-Settlement Sponsor Of NAIFA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Coventry has announced a new category-exclusive national sponsorship agreement with the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), under which it will serve as NAIFA’s exclusive Gold sponsor in the life settlement category.

Fortrea Expands Executive Team For Clinical Development, Deepens Client Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Fortrea, a global contract research organisation (CRO), has strengthened its executive leadership with Oren Cohen and Scott Dove.

Beyond Spending, Raya Reflects Household Economic Expectations

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- Many Malaysians may be tightening their belts, but when it comes to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, cutting back is often not an option, as households continue to prioritise festive spending despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

SMEs Urged To Focus On Institutional Strengthening Amid Economic Stability, Stronger Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are urged to use the current economic stability, underpinned by a stronger ringgit, to strengthen their institutions and secure sustainable growth over the next five years, rather than pursue rapid expansion.

US Tariff Ruling Lifts Market Sentiment, Positive For Malaysian Markets -- Economists

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid and Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) Supreme Court ruling limiting President’s unilateral tariff authority would improve global economic and market sentiment, with economists saying the development could benefit Malaysia’s exports, capital markets and currency outlook.

ANGKASA Targets 2026 Revenue To Reach Up To RM75 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Angkatan Koperasi Kebangsaan Malaysia Bhd (ANGKASA) is targeting the cooperative movement’s revenue to continue rising and potentially reach between RM73 billion and RM75 billion in 2026, driven by growing public confidence in the sector.

Meltwater Joins Reddit’s Official Data Partner Programme

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Meltwater has joined the Official Data Partner programme of Reddit, strengthening its access to Reddit’s enterprise data application programming interfaces (APIs) to deliver enhanced consumer and market intelligence.

Veritage Flags Emotional Disconnect In Family Business Succession

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) – Veritage International has released a new report highlighting hidden emotional risks in family business transitions worldwide. 

Greg Norman Joins DayOne As Board Advisor

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- DayOne Data Centers Limited (DayOne), a Singapore-headquartered global hyperscale data centre platform, has appointed Greg Norman as a Board Advisor to support its long-term strategy for global expansion and sustainable growth across Asia-Pacific and Europe.

Malaysia, UK Step Up Green Transport Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the United Kingdom are stepping up cooperation to develop a more sustainable, integrated and future-ready transport system in Malaysia.

CelcomDigi Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM1.51 Bln In FY2025, Declares 3.6 Sen Final Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- CelcomDigi Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM1.51 billion in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025) from RM1.38 billion a year ago.