Ringgit Expected To Stay Softer Vs US Dollar Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade on a softer note against the US dollar next week amid persistent expectations of a possible US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike later this year.

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.

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.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Winning Streak To Seven Sessions On Late Buying

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s composite index ended the week higher, extending its gains for a seventh consecutive session, supported by strong late-session buying in selected blue-chip counters.

Airlines Should Review Route Profitability Under High Fuel Price Scenarios-- Alton

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Airlines should conduct a route-level fuel sensitivity analysis to identify routes that could become uneconomic under different fuel price scenarios, said Alton Aviation Consultancy, a global advisory firm serving the aviation and aerospace industries.

Malaysia’s Inflation Up 2.0 Pct In May 2026 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation increased 2.0 per cent in May 2026 with the index points rising to 137.1 from 134.4 versus a year ago, said the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

Selangor Plans To Expand SA500 To Assist Companies Affected By Supply Disruptions

SHAH ALAM, June 19 (Bernama) -- The Selangor state government plans to expand its Selangor Advance (SA500) programme to support the cash flow needs of companies involved in state infrastructure projects, including those undertaken at the district and local authority levels.

CIMB Introduces 'First Car Solution' Financing Package

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- CIMB Bank Bhd is offering first-time car buyers a financing package that includes competitive financing rates, insurance or takaful protection, and CIMB credit cards, known as the "First Car Solution" programme.

WCT Shares Rise After Securing RM529 Mln Abu Dhabi Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- WCT Holdings Bhd’s shares rose on Friday after securing a sub-contract worth RM528.99 million for the construction of a commercial and residential development in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

CPO Prices Expected At RM4,400 To RM4,650 In July - MPOC

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to trade between RM4,400 and RM4,650 per tonne in July, supported by the tightening supply outlook in Indonesia and rising El Nino risk, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today, recovering from yesterday's sharp decline amid cautious market sentiment following the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) latest policy decision.

Russia Guarantees Long-term Petroleum, Oil And Gas Supplies To Malaysia -- PM Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) -- Russia has agreed to guarantee long-term supplies of petrol, oil and gas to Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.