Ringgit Closes Higher Vs US Dollar, Regional Currencies

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar and regional currencies, due to easing crude oil concerns following the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) exit from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) pact.

Energy Transition Accelerates As Trillions In Investments Fuel Global Shift

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Energy transition efforts worldwide continue to gain momentum, despite an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, with investment estimated to have reached US$3.3 trillion (US$1 = RM3.95) last year.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar, Mixed Versus Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar but was mixed against other currencies in early trade today, amid cautious sentiment over oil price volatility and developments in the Strait of Hormuz, an analyst said.

Ringgit Closes Higher Against Major, Regional Currencies

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against major and regional currencies but was flat against the US dollar today amid cautious sentiments over rising crude oil prices.

MIDA, Japan Embassy To Explore Deeper Collaboration For Japanese Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the Embassy of Japan in Malaysia have agreed to explore enhanced collaboration frameworks to support Japanese businesses seeking to establish or expand their operations in Malaysia.

Malakoff Unit Issues RM450 Million SRI Sukuk Murabahah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Malakoff Corporation Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Malakoff Power Bhd (MPower), has issued a RM450 million sustainable and responsible investment (SRI) Sukuk Murabahah under its RM1.2 billion Islamic Medium-Term Notes Programme (IMTN Programme).

Ringgit Mostly Higher Against Major, Asian Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded mostly higher against other major and Asian currencies in early trade today amid cautious sentiment in the currency market.

MIDA Partners With HLB Islamic To Strengthen SME Entrepreneurs In Northern Region

SUNGAI PETANI, April 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd (HLB Islamic) today organised a special forum to strengthen the ecosystem and access of small and medium enterprise (SME) entrepreneurs in the Northern Region.

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar On Tech-led Inflows, Easing Geopolitical Risks

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the greenback today on improved optimism, as markets saw inflows into semiconductor-related stocks, which benefited Malaysia.

Ringgit Edges Higher Against US Dollar Amid Subdued Market Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher against the US dollar but was traded mostly lower against other major currencies in early trade on Monday amid subdued market sentiment ahead of the US Federal Reserve meeting later this week, said an analyst.

Plantation And Commodities Ministry Studying Carbon Credit Mechanisms Within MSPO Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- The  Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK) is exploring the phased development of carbon-related mechanisms through the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification, including assessing the suitability of carbon credit models aligned with the country’s palm oil industry.

Ringgit Ends Higher Vs Most Major Currencies, Flat Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against most major currencies on Friday, while remaining stable versus the US dollar.