Bending Spoons Raises US$710 Mln In Fresh Funding

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- Bending Spoons, one of Europe’s leading technology companies, has raised US$710 million in equity at a pre-money valuation of US$11 billion. (US$1=RM4.17)

Ringgit Likely To Trade On Positive Note Next Week Ahead Of BNM Policy Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to maintain its positive momentum next week, with the upcoming Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decision on the overnight policy rate (OPR) on Nov 6 likely to be the main highlight.

NEC To Acquire CSG For US$2.9 Bln To Accelerate Global Digital Transformation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- NEC Corporation (NEC) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire United States-based CSG Systems International Inc (CSG) for US$80.70 per share in cash, valuing the deal at approximately US$2.9 billion, or 438.5 billion Japanese yen, including debt. (US$1=RM4.19)

Gold Futures End Lower As Fed’s Hawkish Cut Triggers Profit-taking

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Thursday as traders and investors locked in profits following the United States Federal Reserve’s (Fed) latest policy decision, which was seen as a “hawkish cut”.

Gold Futures Rebound As US-China Tensions Ease

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Wednesday, recovering after a significant sell-off earlier in the week as easing tensions between the United States and China reduced geopolitical risks.

Gold Futures Close Lower On Profit-taking As US-China Tensions Ease

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives fell on Tuesday as global gold prices eased amid reduced demand for safe-haven assets following easing geopolitical tensions in Asia. 

RM12.79 Bln Investments At Osaka Expo Signal Japanese Confidence In Malaysia’s Green, Semicon Sectors -- MIDA

OSAKA, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority’s (MIDA) success in attracting RM12.79 billion in potential investments from Japanese companies at Expo 2025 Osaka signals a strong vote of confidence in Malaysia’s industrial ecosystem, especially in green technology, semiconductors and medical devices sectors.

Gold Futures Close Lower On Profit-Taking As US-China Tensions Ease

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives fell on Monday as another round of profit-taking hit the market, with signs of easing US-China trade tensions reducing safe-haven demand.

ASEAN Taking The Lead In Shaping The World With Its Dynamic Economies, Says Tengku Zafrul 

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is no longer waiting for the world to change but is actively shaping it with the bloc’s dynamic economies and boundless digital energy for its 680 million people, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

Ringgit Likely To Trade In Narrow Range Next Week Amid Fed Uncertainty

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain range-bound against the US dollar next week as cautious sentiment prevails ahead of the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower But Gains Momentum Thereafter

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower in early trading today but rose slightly thereafter, led by buying interest, mainly in the plantation and construction counters.

Hologic To Be Acquired By Blackstone, TPG In US$18.3 Bln Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Hologic Inc announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by funds managed by Blackstone and TPG in a transaction valued at up to US$79 per share, representing an enterprise value of up to US$18.3 billion. (US$1=RM4.22)