Johor Stands To Gain US$190 Mln Potential Investments From South Korean Firms

JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The Johor government has held meetings with several renowned South Korean companies, which can potentially bring strategic investments valued at US$190 million (US$1=RM4.38) into the state.

Gold Futures Close Higher As Investors Focus On US Presidential Election

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Wednesday amid investors focussing their attention on the United States presidential election next week, said an analyst.

Ringgit Edges Higher Against US Dollar At The Close

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher at the close against the US dollar on Wednesday as traders and investors remain guarded ahead of a crucial week, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Regional Jitters As US Election Uncertainty Weighs

By NurulJannah Kamaruddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia mirrored regional jitters to end lower as the US election nears with polls indicating a closely contested race.

Bursa Malaysia 3Q Net Profit Rises 42 Pct To RM85.7 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd's net profit for the third quarter (3Q) ended Sept 30, 2024, increased by 41.9 per cent to RM85.74 million from RM60.41 million in the same period last year.

CSOP: Saudi's Initial Foray In Hong Kong-listed Shares Focusing On Chinese Firms

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- CSOP Asset Management Limited (CSOP) announced it is part of the introduction of the Albilad CSOP MSCI Hong Kong China Equity exchange-traded fund (ETF) (symbol: 9410) on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) on Oct 30.

Bursa Slides At Noon Break On Sideways Trading

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trade session in the red as investors hesitated to make their move ahead of the United States’ (US) presidential election next week and upcoming data that could influence the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision.

Budget 2025 To Drive Construction Sector Productivity -- MPC

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Budget 2025 has brightened the construction sector prospects with a focus on developing quality infrastructure, strengthening strategic investments, and ensuring that all sectors function in an inclusive and sustainable manner.

Ringgit Eases Against US Dollar At The Close

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar for the second consecutive day amid waning risk appetite for the domestic currency ahead of the US presidential election next week, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Snaps 6-day Losing Streak On Bargain Hunting, CI Up 0.29 Pct

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished higher today on bargain hunting, after six days of losses, as investors sought opportunities in large-cap stocks with compelling valuations following the recent global equity sell-off.

eXp Realty Expands Into Three Markets Next Year To Solidify Global Presence 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- eXp Realty, the largest independent global real estate brokerage and a core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings Inc, announced its expansion into three vibrant markets, namely Türkiye, Peru, and Egypt, set for 2025.

Juwai IQI: Chinese Capital Moving Away From G7 Economies, Coming Back To Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- International real estate technology group Juwai IQI said that Chinese capital is moving away from the Group of Seven (G7) economies and coming back to Asia, especially Southeast Asia, where Malaysia and its neighbours are some of the biggest beneficiaries of the Chinese pivot to Asia.