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.

Bangladesh Seeks More Malaysian Investment To Drive Sustainable, High-growth Economy -- Muhammad Yunus

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Bangladesh is seeking greater Malaysian investment to strengthen its economy and build a high-growth, sustainable future, said Chief Adviser Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus.

International Premium Air Travel Surges 11.8 Pct In 2024 -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported an 11.8 per cent surge in international premium class travel -that’s business and first class - in 2024.

Digital Bank: A Promising Start, With More To Unfold

By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's digital banking journey is making good progress and has great promise in addressing unserved and underserved segments, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. 

IATA Records 2.6 Pct Growth In Global Passenger Demand In June 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recorded a 2.6 per cent increase in total global passenger demand for June 2025.

IATA: Air Cargo Demand Slows To 0.8 Pct In June Amid Trade Uncertainty, Asia Pacific Leads Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The air cargo industry’s demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased 0.8 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in June 2025, down from 2.2 per cent in May, reflecting continued uncertainty in the cargo market amid trade tensions.

Bursa Malaysia Still In Negative Territory At Mid-Morning

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained in negative territory at mid-morning, dragged down by persistent selling in selected heavyweight counters, led by the financial sector.

Westports May Potentially Replace Sime Darby In Upcoming KLCI Review

KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- Westports Holdings Bhd could potentially replace Sime Darby Bhd in the upcoming FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) review, as its market capitalisation (market cap) ranking has risen to 24th among eligible securities, surpassing the eligibility threshold of the 25th-largest market cap.

Maybank IB Remains Positive On Axiata's Earnings Outlook, Reiterates 'buy' Call

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) maintained a positive earnings forecast on Axiata Group Bhd and reiterated a ‘Buy’ call on Axiata with an unchanged target price of RM2.90 per share.

Financial Stocks Lift Bursa Malaysia Slightly Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session slightly higher as buying support in selected heavyweights led by financial stocks lifted the benchmark index, analysts said.

Batik Air Renews Iosa Certification; Reaffirms Dedication To Safety, Operational Excellence

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Batik Air has successfully renewed its International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification, which is valid until June 3, 2027.

Bursa Holds Gains At Lunch Break Despite Softer Market Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session in positive territory, though the tone remained soft due to mixed regional performances, with buying interest expected to shift towards fundamentally strong companies.