Malaysia-US Trade Deal Does Not Contradict The Federal Constitution - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Malaysia and the United States contains no provisions that contradict the spirit or any articles of the Federal Constitution, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim asserted.

Continued Buying Interest Lifts FBM KLCI At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index ended the morning session higher, as continued buying in select heavyweights, led by financial stocks, lifted market sentiment.

Ringgit Rises As Weaker US Dollar Faces Policy Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and stayed on a firm footing, as lingering uncertainty over US monetary policy weighed on the greenback.

RON95 Subsidy Takes Longer Time To Ensure Careful Execution, Avoid Affecting The People -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- The government is taking a longer time to implement the RON95 fuel subsidy rationalisation compared to other subsidies to ensure that the implementation is carried out carefully and does not negatively affect the people.

Ringgit Eases Vs Greenback Ahead Of Key US Economic Data

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower compared to the greenback on Monday on a lack of catalysts for the local note ahead of the release of key US economic data.

Malaysia’s Manufacturing PMI Eases To 49.5 In October – Kenanga

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector saw a marginal slowdown in October, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) easing slightly to 49.5 from 49.8 in September, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd.

Malaysia's Rare Earth Pact With US Powers High-tech Revolution To Move Up The Value Chain

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s partnership with the United States in critical minerals unlocks new flows of American investment and technology, as well as the development of downstream rare earth elements (REE) capabilities, from extraction and separation to advanced manufacturing.

AM Best: Taiwan’s Non-Life Insurance Outlook Remains Stable

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained its stable outlook on Taiwan’s non-life insurance segment, noting that premium growth prospects remain robust and are supported by steady economic conditions and strong insurance demand.

APEC Should Be A Bridge Beyond Member Economies To Be More Inclusive, Truly Impactful Platform

From Nor Baizura Basri

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies to serve as a bridge beyond the platform with greater participation from Latin American and African economies.

LNG Canada Seen As Key Pillar In Malaysia-Canada Energy Ties - Malaysia High Commissioner

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The LNG Canada project represents a vital link in strengthening energy cooperation between Malaysia and Canada, with both countries urged to explore new areas of collaboration beyond liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Ringgit Opens Flat Vs Greenback As Markets Digest Fed’s Hawkish Rate Cut

 KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened almost flat against the US dollar as traders and investors reacted to the US Federal Reserve (Fed)’s unexpectedly hawkish interest rate cut on Thursday, an analyst said.

US Will Give Special Consideration To Semiconductor Sector In Tariff Negotiations - Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The United States will give special consideration to Malaysia’s semiconductor sector in tariff negotiations under Section 232 of the US Trade Expansion Act of 1962, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong.