Malaysia's Economy Grows 4.4 Pct In 2Q 2025, Driven By Robust Domestic Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy expanded by 4.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025), equivalent to 4.4 per cent growth in the first half of 2025, driven by robust domestic demand as household spending was higher.

MNRB's Net Profit Surges To Record High Of RM168.43 Mln In 1Q FY2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- MNRB Holdings Bhd posted a record-high net profit of RM168.43 million for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025 (1Q FY2026), up 82.7 per cent from RM92.20 million in the same quarter last year.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday, In Sync With Weaker Regional

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed in the negative territory at midday, in tandem with the weaker regional market performance, weighed down by selling pressure in selected heavyweights. 

Malaysia Can Be 'Beneficiary Window' Linking ASEAN To South Asia Through Bangladesh – Yunus

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) — Malaysia can be the “beneficiary window” in greater economic connectivity between ASEAN and the populous South Asia region, with Bangladesh’s central position as a strategic trade, production and investment hub offering immense business opportunities.

AIA Public Takaful Appoints Mohd Asri As CEO, Effective Aug 11

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- AIA Public Takaful Bhd has appointed Mohd Asri Omar as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Aug 11, 2025.

Thailand Sets Up One-stop Service Centre To Help Exporters Weather US Tariffs

BANGKOK, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Thailand has established the Ministry of Commerce One Stop Service (MOC OSS) Centre to assist Thai businesses in responding to United States (US) tariff measures, offering comprehensive trade services ranging from tax advisory to market expansion to help reduce export costs.

Horizon Quantum Hires Greg Gould As CFO To Support Global Growth Strategy

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Horizon Quantum Computing Pte Ltd (Horizon Quantum), a developer of advanced software development tools for quantum computers, has appointed Greg Gould as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Malaysia’s 2Q 2025 GDP Growth Projected At 4.3 Pct On Sector Gains -- HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025) is projected to be at 4.3 per cent, driven by the agriculture sector’s recovery, and expansion in the services, manufacturing and construction sectors, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

UUE Shares Up In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- UUE Holdings Bhd shares rose in early trade today, buoyed by positive market sentiment.

Public Gold Customer Base To Hit 2.3 Mln By End-2025, Mulls Indonesia, Thailand And UAE Expansion

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid and Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Robust demand for gold is expected to raise Public Gold Marketing Sdn Bhd’s customer base to 2.3 million by the end of the year from 2.2 million currently.

Modenas Marks 30th Anniversary With Export Growth Drive, Bigger Product Lineup

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- National motorcycle manufacturer Motosikal dan Enjin Nasional Sdn Bhd (Modenas) is charting an ambitious growth path with plans to expand its product lineup, boost exports and scale up production capacity in the coming years, as it celebrates three decades of operations.

Vivax-Metrotech Launches RM48 Mln New Facility In Penang - MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 (Bernama) -- Vivax-Metrotech Corporation (VXMT), a global leader in advanced utility locating and inspection technologies, has announced the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in Penang, with the investment valued at RM48 million, creating 175 high-skilled jobs.