Gradual Salary Adjustment Could Strengthen Malaysia's Credit Profile - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- A gradual salary increase will not lead to excessive inflationary pressures, UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Sdn Bhd head of investment research Mohd Sedek Jantan said. 

CPTPP A Critical Vehicle To Expand Investment, Trade Between Malaysia And UK -- PM Anwar

BDx Data Centers Partners APJII To Boost Indonesia's Digital Infrastructure, AI Capabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- BDx Data Centers (BDx), Indonesia’s largest data centre operator and Asia-Pacific’s fastest-growing carrier-neutral data centre platform, has announced a landmark cooperation agreement with the Association of Indonesia Internet Service Providers (APJII) that will bolster the nation’s digital ecosystem.

F&N Well-Capitalised To Manage Rising Energy And Wage Costs, Says CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd (KL:F&N) is well-capitalised to navigate rising energy and wage costs, said chief executive officer Lim Yew Hoe.

Cargill Charts Course Toward Sustainable Shipping Via Innovation, Collaboration 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Cargill is driving a transformation in global shipping, integrating cutting-edge technologies and partnerships to advance sustainable practices across the maritime industry.

Bursa Malaysia Reverses Early Gains To End Lower Ahead Of US CPI Data

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia reversed its early gains to close broadly lower, with over 900 stocks in the red, reflecting the continuous lack of confidence across the market.

Higher Wages, Minimum Wage Hike Drive Property Demand, Affordability This Year - Hong Leong Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Higher wages for civil servants and the introduction of a higher minimum wage remained key factors in catalysing demand and raising affordability for properties across the country this year, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd. 

EPF's Investment In MAHB To Support Dividend Payouts

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund's (EPF) investment decisions, including the trading of Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s (MAHB) shares, align with its broader investment objectives and are aimed at generating income required for dividend payments during the financial year.

ACE Market-Bound Colform Group Aims to Raise RM41.19 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Sabah-based steel product maker Colform Group Bhd aims to raise RM41.19 million through its initial public offering (IPO), en route to its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on Feb 10, 2025.

WEF Annual Meeting 2025 Calls For Collaboration In The Intelligent Age

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The upcoming World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, Switzerland, is envisioned to foster a spirit of cooperation and constructive optimism with the objective of shaping the forthcoming Intelligent Age more sustainably and inclusively.

SC To Unveil Toolkit To Assist Listed Companies’ Transition To Meet NSRF Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is concerned about the ability of “Group 2” and “Group 3” listed companies to comply with the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).

Anwar Secures The Trust Of UAE Govt, Companies For Enhancing Economic Cooperation

ABU DHABI, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), his first overseas visit for 2025, has yielded encouraging results, with the Prime Minister and Malaysia gaining the trust of the UAE government and leading companies from the Gulf nation to foster economic cooperation.