OAG Appoints Former Skyscanner Executive As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- OAG, a data platform for the global travel industry, has appointed former Skyscanner executive Filip Filipov as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Top Glove's 1Q Net Profit Jumps To RM38.58 Mln On Robust Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Top Glove Corporation Bhd's net profit surged to RM38.58 million in the first quarter ended Nov 30, 2025 (1Q) compared to RM5.47 million in the same quarter in the preceding year.

MATRADE Welcomes Johari Abdul Ghani As MITI Minister, Expects Continued Export Momentum

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has expressed confidence that the new leadership at the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will continue to strengthen the national export agenda in line with Malaysia's economic development priorities.

Portugal Key To Malaysia’s Deeper Economic Engagement With EU - Ambassador 

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Portugal is emerging as a strategic gateway for Malaysia’s deeper economic engagement with the European Union (EU), offering strengths in renewable energy, manufacturing, maritime logistics and technology partnerships, said Malaysian Ambassador to Portugal Datuk Eldeen Husaini Mohd Hashim.

Palm Oil Sector Holds Steady In 2025 As Golden Crop Spared From Debilitating US Tariffs

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil sector heaved a huge sigh of relief after it was exempted from the 19 per cent import tariff imposed

Rubber Mixed, Lesser Commodities Cocoa And Pepper Remain Resilient In 2025

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rubber industry recorded a mixed performance this year, with output and exports, including external demand for gloves contracting, while the lesser commodities of cocoa and pepper bucked the trend by showing resilience.

Cabinet Reshuffle A Chance To 'Reignite' Madani Economy, Boost SME Competitiveness - SAMENTA

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The cabinet reshuffle presents an important opportunity to “reignite the MADANI Economy and strengthen policy execution, particularly in areas that directly affect businesses, investors, and workers,” according to the Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA).

BPMB Provides RM97.63 Mln Financing Facility To Johor's Coronade Properties

JOHOR BAHRU, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd (BPMB) today formalised a RM97.63 million Term Financing-i facility with Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd (CPSB) to fund public infrastructure works for Coronation Square, an integrated mixed-use development in Johor Bahru.

Akmal Nasrullah Named Economy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- After helming the deputy minister’s role twice in different ministries, Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir will now take on a new role as Economy Minister.

Negeri Sembilan Unveils US$20 Bln Nilai Photonic AI Manufacturing City

SEREMBAN, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Negeri Sembilan has announced the development of the Nilai Advanced Photonic AI Manufacturing City, the first large-scale photonic computing and semiconductor initiative of its kind in the world.

Hilton, Explora Journeys Launch Luxury Ocean Loyalty Tie-Up

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Hilton and Explora Journeys, the ultra-luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group, have unveiled an exclusive partnership that brings high-end cruising into Hilton’s global loyalty ecosystem, marking Hilton’s first major expansion into luxury ocean travel.

South Korea Eases Discount Rate Rules For Non-Life Insurers

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The recent easing of discount rate regulations by South Korea’s financial authorities will alleviate pressure on the solvency position of the country’s non-life insurers, according to a new AM Best commentary.