Bursa Malaysia Rebounds To Close Slightly Higher, Led By Healthcare, Utilities & Banks

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Shares on Bursa Malaysia reversed yesterday’s losses to finish higher on Tuesday, driven by buying interest in healthcare, utilities and banking counters.

Risk Of West Asia Escalation May Push Global Oil Prices Higher -- Rystad Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Global oil prices could remain elevated if the West Asia conflict escalates further in the absence of a ceasefire, independent research and energy intelligence company Rystad Energy said today.

No Discriminatory Terms For Carmakers, Conditions Apply Equally To All Auto Investments - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said it imposes no isolated unfavourable conditions on carmakers, stressing that the requirements reflect a consistent policy applied to all new automotive investments in Malaysia since September 2025.

Global Ammonia, Urea Trade Flow At Risk On Strait Of Hormuz Closure -- Rystad Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Global fertiliser and ammonia trade could be disrupted as the sale of 15 per cent of global ammonia, and 21 per cent of urea -- a high-nitrogen fertiliser -- is tied to West Asian exporters potentially impacted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Rystad Energy.

Wage-Setting Institutions Must Be Strengthened To Ensure Meaningful Income Growth - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must strengthen the institutions that shape how wages are set between employers and employees to raise incomes and strengthen purchasing power meaningfully.

Malaysia Invites Japanese Investors To Move Up Semiconductor Value Chain -- Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has called on Japanese investors to deepen its integration into the country’s semiconductor ecosystem and move beyond assembly into higher-value segments such as integrated circuit design, advanced packaging, research and development,  green sectors and local talent.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Caution Over Rising Oil Prices, West Asia Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, in line with most regional markets, as investors adjusted their risk exposure amid spiralling oil prices driven by the ongoing West Asia conflict, now in its second month.

FBM KLCI Futures Seen Consolidating Next Week

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is anticipated to consolidate next week, reflecting the cautious sentiment in the underlying cash market.

Bursa Malaysia Inches Up At The Close As Heavyweight Stocks Provide Support

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week marginally higher, supported by strong gains in selected heavyweight stocks led by healthcare and construction sectors, in line with the generally positive performance across regional markets.

Malaysia’s EV Adoption May Accelerate On Firmer Crude Oil Prices -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) could accelerate due to elevated crude oil prices, particularly among buyers in the premium internal combustion engine segment, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Macao Returns As International Favourite Destination At MATTA Fair 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- MATTA Fair 2026 will feature a vibrant showcase of travel deals, cultural experiences and international collaborations, with Macao once again in the spotlight as this year’s International Favourite Destination.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower As Conflicting Signals From West Asia Cloud Sentiment

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia reversed yesterday’s gains to close at an intraday low, with the benchmark index easing 0.34 per cent as investors tracked developments in West Asia while remaining cautious amid increasingly conflicting signals from both the United States (US) and Iran over potential peace negotiations.