First Round Of Malaysia-EU FTA Negotiations Set For June 30 In Belgium

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) — The first round of negotiations for a new and comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and Malaysia will commence in Brussels, Belgium, from June 30 to July 4 this year.

Anwar-Putin Camaraderie Seen As Strategic, Mutually Rewarding In A Polarised Global Landscape

By M. Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s just-ended official visit to Russia, with the highlight being the obviously cordial welcome accorded by President Vladimir Putin to the Prime Minister, certainly sends a powerful message and shows commitment at the highest levels to strengthen bilateral ties between Malaysia and Russia.

Ringgit Slips Against US Dollar On Cautious Sentiment

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Friday as cautious sentiment on the local note offset a weaker greenback following softer economic data in the United States.

Two Or Fewer Fed Fund Rate Cuts In 2025, Ringgit To Stay 4.4-4.5 To US Dollar By December

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHBIB) expects two or fewer United States (US) Federal Fund Rate (FFR) cuts in September and December this year against its previous base case for three.

Pinnacle Life Receives Positive Credit Ratings From AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb-” (Good) of New Zealand’s Pinnacle Life Limited (Pinnacle Life).

SBC Medical Q1 Profit Rises 15 Pct Despite Revenue Dip

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated, a global provider of management services to cosmetic treatment centres, recorded a net profit of US$22 million for the first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, marking a 15 per cent increase year-on-year (y-o-y). (US$1=RM4.27)

Research Houses Positive On Dialog's Long-term Ventures Despite Lower 3Q Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Research houses are positive on Dialog Group Bhd’s long-term ventures in the upstream and midstream segments despite its lower net profit for the third quarter ended March 31, 2025 (3Q FY2025).

Asuransi Tokio Marine Indonesia’s Credit Ratings Affirmed By AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of PT Asuransi Tokio Marine Indonesia (TMI).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Profit-taking  

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia retreated from yesterday's gains to close in negative territory on Thursday as broad-based profit-taking following the recent uptrend mirrored the performance of most regional markets, an analyst said.

SEACare 2025 Generates RM1.1 Bln Potential Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The 25th Southeast Asian Healthcare and Pharma Show (SEACare 2025) has generated over RM1.1 billion in potential sales and aims to achieve a potential sales target of RM1.5 billion in its next edition.

Consumers Demand Flawless Digital Experiences As Frustration Grows, Conviva Report Finds

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- A global study by real-time performance analytics firm Conviva has found that businesses failing to deliver seamless digital experiences risk losing customers, revenue, and brand credibility.

Yin’s Sourdough, A Story Of Daughter’s Love And Perseverance

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- From a decade-long career in pharmaceutical sales to kneading dough in a small shop in Balik Pulau, Penang, 48-year-old Chan Su Yin’s journey as the founder of Yin’s Sourdough Bakery & Cafe is a story of transformation, purpose and perseverance.