RM3.5 Million Incentive To Support MSPO Certification For Oil Palm FFB Traders – Noraini

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has introduced an incentive amounting to RM3.5 million in an effort to support oil palm fresh fruit bunches (FFB) traders in obtaining the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification.

ADB’s Proposed US$30 Billion Facility Among Key Outcomes Of 13th AFMGM

PUTRAJAYA, April 11 (Bernama) -- The 13th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM) welcomed a proposed US$30 billion (RM141 billion) facility by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for 2026–2030 to support the implementation of the Finance Sectoral Plan and ASEAN Community Vision 2045.

Geopolitical Developments May Pivot Gold Futures To US$4,800 Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trend higher next week, potentially approaching US$4,800 amid ongoing geopolitical developments.

Gold Futures End Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today despite the weaker performance of the United States COMEX gold market, with safe-haven buying interest supporting the yellow metal.

AirAsia X's Outlook Resilient On Sustained Travel Demand, Cost-Cutting Measures -- Public Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd’s (AAX) near-term outlook remains supported by sustained travel demand, despite new fuel surcharges introduced to manage the jet fuel price surge triggered by the West Asia regional conflict, which has led to higher airfares.

Malaysia Airlines Receives New Boeing 737-8, First Arrival of The Year

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines Bhd has received its 15th Boeing 737-8, the first arrival of the year, which officially landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) last night.

Oil Rebounds As Markets Track US-Iran Ceasefire, Hormuz Situation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Oil prices rebounded towards US$100 per barrel amid lingering uncertainty over the two-week United States-Iran ceasefire and Iran’s renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes on Lebanon.

Malaysia Committed To Securing Domestic Energy Supply – Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding domestic energy supply while continuing to serve as a trusted strategic partner in supporting international energy supply stability, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said.

Islamic Banking Industry Remains Resilient Amid West Asia Uncertainties -- AIBIM

KUALA LUMPUR,  April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Islamic banking industry remains resilient, supported by strong capital and liquidity positions, amid uncertainties in West Asia, said the Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher, CI Jumps 1.16 Pct As US-Iran Ceasefire Lifts Sentiment

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended broadly higher, with the benchmark index rising 1.16 per cent to close near the 1,700 mark, supported by positive sentiment following news of a two-week ceasefire between the United States (US) and Iran, which includes Tehran allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Bank Muamalat Offers Temporary Financial Resilience Assistance To Support Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd is offering targeted financial assistance to support customers facing temporary financial pressures arising from global uncertainties, including recent developments in West Asia.

Oil Price Dips Below US$100 Per Barrel On Ceasefire Talks, Upside Risks Remain

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Oil prices fell below US$100 per barrel as the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire in exchange for Tehran allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.