Hume Cement's 3Q Net Profit Up On Gains From Disposal Of Subsidiary

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Hume Cement Industries Bhd’s net profit jumped to RM243.75 million in the third quarter ended March 31, 2026 (3Q 2026), from RM40.64 million in 3Q 2025, primarily due to a one-off gain on the disposal of a subsidiary during the quarter.

Ringgit Eases Against Greenback Ahead of US Non-farm Payroll Report Release

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against major and regional currencies including the US dollar at the close on Friday as investors remain cautious ahead of the United States non-farm payrolls (NFP) report amid renewed escalation in the West Asia conflict.

Rubber Closes Higher On Gains In Crude Oil Prices, Supply Shortages

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The rubber market closed higher on Friday, supported by firmer benchmark crude oil prices and concerns over supply shortages due to wet weather disruptions in major producing countries, a dealer said. 

IPI Up 3.1 Pct In March 2026, Led By Manufacturing Growth, Electricity Output - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The Industrial Production Index (IPI) rose by 3.1 per cent year-on-year in March 2026, led by 5.5 per cent growth in manufacturing output and  4.9 per cent growth in electricity output, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Horizon Quantum Completes Nasdaq Listing, Reports Q1 Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Horizon Quantum Holdings Ltd (Horizon Quantum), a pioneer of software infrastructure for quantum applications, has reported an operating loss of US$6.5 million for the first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, 2026, compared to US$4.7 million in the same period last year. (US$1=RM3.91)

Manufacturing Sales Rise 5.3 Pct To RM173.1 Bln In March 2026 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The manufacturing sector posted sales value of RM173.1 billion in March 2026, an increase of 5.3 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). 

Pavilion REIT Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM105.8 Mln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Pavilion Real Estate Investment Trust (Pavilion REIT) posted a higher net profit of RM105.8 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026), from RM90.4 million recorded in the corresponding quarter last year.

Lotte Chemical Titan Reduces 1Q Net Loss To RM122.7 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Polyolefins producer Lotte Chemical Titan Holdings Bhd (LCT) reduced its net loss to RM122.70 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q FY2026) from RM125.67 million in the year-ago quarter.

MIDA Strengthens Semiconductor Ecosystem Via Talent Development

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is strengthening Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem through a strategic focus on talent development, smart manufacturing and supply chain integration in conjunction with SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of BNM Policy Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Wednesday ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting tomorrow, where policymakers will assess inflation and growth, key factors shaping the outlook for the Overnight Policy Rate.

Marriott, Maritime Waterfront Rebrand Bertam Resort As The Bertam

KEPALA BATAS, May 5 (Bernama ) -- Marriott International has partnered with Maritime Waterfront Suites Sdn Bhd to rebrand Bertam Resort under the Tribute Portfolio brand as The Bertam, ushering in a new chapter for the hospitality sector on mainland Penang.

Malaysia's Near-term Manufacturing Outlook Remains Firm -- Kenanga Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI), which rose to 51.6 in April 2026, signals a firm near-term outlook driven mainly by precautionary stockpiling rather than strong end-demand, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd.