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Tariffs, Domestic And International Uncertainties Dominate Malaysia’s Shipping Sector In First Half Of 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s shipping industry navigated cautiously in the first half of 2025, as industry players assessed market conditions and challenges, operating in a complex environment that demanded a measured and deliberate strategy.

Gold Futures Rise On Safe-Haven Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Gold futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today as investors turned to the safe-haven asset amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.

Bursa Malaysia To Trade At 1,500-1,530 Next Week Amid Tariffs, Middle East Tensions

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index is set to move between 1,500 and 1,530 next week, as markets remain under pressure amid concerns over Washington’s planned unilateral tariff letters and escalating tensions following Israel’s strike on Iran.

FBM KLCI Futures Likely To Echo Cash Market Amid Geopolitical, Tariff Uncertainty

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to reflect the performance of the underlying cash market due to ongoing global market uncertainty.

CPO Futures End Mostly Higher On Stronger Crude Oil, Soybean Oil Prices

By Zufazlin Baharuddin & K Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract ended mostly higher today, supported by stronger crude oil prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Bursa Malaysia Ends In The Red As Geopolitical Tensions, Tariff Plans Rattle Markets

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Friday, weighed down by heavy selling in technology, healthcare, and logistics stocks, as risk-off sentiment intensified following escalating geopolitical tensions and Washington’s plan to impose unilateral tariffs within the next two weeks.

Flight Woes Due To Regional Conflicts Demand Malaysia’s Pivot Toward Digital, Trade Diversification -- Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation industry will likely record lower revenues as it faces higher air travel costs, supply chain delays and reduced tourism activity owing to prolonged flight disruptions.

Gold Futures End Higher, Tracking US Comex Gold Market

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended its uptrend on Friday, tracking the steady gains in the US COMEX gold market, analysts said.

Gold Futures Close Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today, following gains in the US COMEX gold market, according to a dealer.

CPO Futures Close Higher Amid Middle East Tensions, Crude Oil Rally

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, bolstered by strength in the crude oil market amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, said palm oil trader David Ng.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Concerns Over Middle-East Tension

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week on a low note, weighed down by continuous selling in selected heavyweights, led by telecommunications and media counters, due to emerging concerns over global economic uncertainties.