MKS Opens MKS Supercenter Factory In Penang With Over RM400 Mln Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Global semiconductor technology company MKS Inc has opened its MKS Supercenter Factory in Penang, representing a strategic investment of over RM400 million.

Penang Secures RM4.9 Bln In Approved Manufacturing Investments In 1Q 2026

BATU KAWAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- Penang secured RM4.9 billion in approved manufacturing investments in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), ranking second nationwide and reinforcing its position as one of Malaysia's leading industrial and investment destinations.

CPO Futures To Trade Within RM4,200-RM4,300 Range Despite Easing West Asia Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade within the RM4,200 to RM4,300 per tonne range despite easing tensions in West Asia, said a trader.

Gold Futures Expected To Remain Volatile Ahead Of Key US Inflation Data

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to remain volatile next week as investors await the release of the core personal consumption expenditures (core PCE) price index for clues on the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate trajectory.

KLCI Futures Likely To Trend Within The 1,700-1,730 Range Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract is likely to trend within the 1,700-1,730 range next week, with the potential to test the upper end of the range should external sentiment remain favourable.

CPO Futures End Week Higher On Supply Concerns, West Asia Tensions

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended the week to close higher on Friday, driven by supply concerns and renewed tension in West Asia, said a trader.

Gold Futures Close Lower Amid US Fed Rate Hike Expectations

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Friday amid expectations of a possible US Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate hike later this year, which will support the US dollar and weigh on the appeal of the precious metal.

Trading Of Ajinomoto's Shares To Be Suspended On Monday Pending Announcement

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Trading of Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Bhd's (AMB) shares will be suspended from 9 am to 5 pm on Monday pending an announcement.

Businesses Should Identify Pain Points Amid Rising Uncertainty - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysian businesses should identify their operational pain points before making strategic decisions as the business landscape becomes increasingly uncertain, said AmBank Group chief economist Firdaos Rosli.

Medical, Insurance, Takaful Practitioners Boost Healthcare Ecosystem Via HPPSC Platform

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Five medical and insurance/takaful associations said initiatives are being implemented to enhance communication and operational efficiency among doctors, hospitals, insurers and takaful operators.

KLCI Futures Close Slightly Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed slightly lower today in contrast with the cash market.

Automotive Industry’s TIV Fell 15 Pct To 61,250 Units In May -- MAA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s automotive industry recorded a 15 per cent decline in total industry volume (TIV), falling to 61,250 vehicles in May 2026, compared to 72,113 vehicles in April 2026.