Bursa Malaysia Ends Marginally Lower as West Asia Conflicts Weigh On Market Sentiment

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended marginally lower on Monday as ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia continued to weigh on market sentiment.

Towards a Financially Confident Malaysia: Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever

By Adnan Zaylani

There is a growing realisation across Malaysia that financial literacy is no longer a luxury skill reserved for financially savvy individuals. It is fast becoming a necessity for every household, student,  worker, entrepreneur and retiree.

West Asia Conflict: No Economic Stimulus Planned For Now - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- No economic stimulus package will be introduced for the time being in response to the West Asia conflict, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Consumer Staples And Transport-related Counters Seen Riding Raya Wave

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) – Companies with a strong brand position and better cost management are likely to deliver improved quarterly results, driven by festive sales, which in turn could support their share price, analysts said.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower, Tracking Wall Street Declines

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Monday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street amid rising crude oil prices.

Price Adjustments Curb Spikes, Ensure Supply Continuity - BHPetrol

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- The adjustment of fuel prices under the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) is a critical tool to manage volatility in global oil markets and ensure a stable, continuous fuel supply in Malaysia, BHPetrol said.

1,700 Level Crucial Turning Point On Bursa Malaysia Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is likely to trade with a cautious tone as investors closely monitor developments in West Asia and movements in global energy prices.

Rubber Market To Trade Cautiously Next Week Amid West Asia Conflict Uncertainties

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade cautiously next week, as the market monitors uncertainties around the ongoing West Asia conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, said industry expert Denis Low.

Oil Price Shock Could Force Indonesia To Breach Three Per Cent GDP Deficit Rule

JAKARTA, March 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia may struggle to keep its budget deficit within the legal ceiling of three per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) if global oil prices continue to surge due to prolonged geopolitical tensions, potentially forcing the government to consider extraordinary fiscal measures.

Strait of Hormuz: How The Strategic Flashpoint In The West Asia Conflict Is Roiling Global Oil Markets

By Voon Miaw Ping

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Intensifying maritime security tensions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing military conflict between the United States (US), Israel and Iran are putting the strategic chokepoint under intense international scrutiny.

Rakuten Trade Forecasts FBM KLCI At 1,800 In 2026 Amid Global Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Rakuten Trade has revised its forecast for the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) slightly lower at 1,800 for 2026 from 1,810 previously in view of the overhanging uncertainty.

Bursa Malaysia Slips Below 1,700 Level At Midday As Oil Price Surge Weighs On Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday, falling below the 1,700 psychological level, in line with the weaker performance of most regional peers amid dented sentiment following a surge in crude oil prices, with Brent crude hovering above US$100 per barrel at noon.