Ringgit Closes Higher Against Major, Regional Currencies

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against major and regional currencies but was flat against the US dollar today amid cautious sentiments over rising crude oil prices.

KLCI Futures Close Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, in line with the steady cash market’s performance.

Withholding Tax Withdrawal Has Minimal Impact On KLCCP Stapled Group

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The withdrawal of the 10 per cent withholding tax by the Malaysian government has minimal impact towards KLCCP Stapled Group due to its shareholder mix.

Bursa Malaysia Ends At Intraday High On Improved Local Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rose 0.71 per cent to end at the day’s high on the back of improving local sentiment and selective buying in index-linked counters following the recent pullback.

Singapore’s Top 100 Brands Rise 7 Pct To US$84.1 Bln Value In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s top 100 brands rose seven per cent year-on-year to a combined value of US$84.1 billion in 2026, driven by growth across the banking, engineering, food and real estate sectors, according to the Brand Finance Singapore 100 2026 report. (US$1 = RM3.95)

KLCCP Stapled Group Optimistic On Sustaining Growth In 2026 Amid Rising Economic Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- KLCC Property Holdings Bhd and KLCC Real Estate Investment Trust (KLCC REIT), collectively known as KLCCP Stapled Group, remain optimistic on sustaining their positive performance in 2026 amid rising economic uncertainties.

Audiencerate, Microsoft, Postel Unite On AI Platform For Italian SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Audiencerate has joined as a technology partner in the Microsoft and Postel collaboration focused on the digitalisation of Italian businesses.

Aerospace Industrial Development In Sepang To Drive IDRISS Transformation

SHAH ALAM, April 28 (Bernama) -- A proposed aerospace-focused industrial development in Sepang, Selangor, is set to become a key catalyst in supporting regional transformation under the Integrated Development Region in South Selangor (IDRISS) framework.

Rubber Market Lower Over Expectations Of Supply Increase, Concerns Over China's Zero-Tariff Policy

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed lower today, weighed by expectations of increased supply post-winter, a trader said. 

Zhongshan Firms Showcase Smart Manufacturing Products In Malaysia Trade Push

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The first overseas edition of Guangdong’s “Goods Go Global” trade promotion programme has brought more than 70 manufacturers from Zhongshan to Kuala Lumpur, showcasing consumer goods and smart manufacturing products over the weekend.

MIDA, Japan Embassy To Explore Deeper Collaboration For Japanese Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the Embassy of Japan in Malaysia have agreed to explore enhanced collaboration frameworks to support Japanese businesses seeking to establish or expand their operations in Malaysia.

BNM Introduces RM5 Bln Financing Facility To Support SMEs Affected By West Asia Conflict 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has introduced the SME Stabilisation Relief Facility (SME SRF), a RM5 billion financing facility to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including microenterprises, affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict.