Germany’s New Fuel Policy May Accelerate EV Adoption -- Academician

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Germany’s latest petrol price regulation could reshape automotive demand by accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption, while raising broader concerns over inflation and cost pressures in Europe, said an academician.

Ringgit Ends Higher On Renewed Optimism On De-escalation Of US-Iran War

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended earlier gains to end higher against the US dollar on Wednesday driven by renewed optimism among market traders following signs of possible de-escalation in the United States-Iran war.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher, CI Up 1.10 Pct

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher on Wednesday, with the key index rising 1.10 per cent, in line with firm gains across regional markets following a strong rally on Wall Street overnight, said an analyst. 

BNM Fines Bank Rakyat RM1 Mln For Cybersecurity, Customer Information Protection Breaches

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has imposed an administrative monetary penalty (AMP) of RM1 million on Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Rakyat) for cybersecurity and customer information protection breaches on Jan 20, 2026.

MACPMA, Perodua Support MITI's Stance On Aligning Automotive Investments With National Objectives

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Automotive Component Parts Manufacturers (MACPMA) supports the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry's (MITI) position that automotive investment incentives and manufacturing licences should be aligned with national development objectives.

Energy Commission Will Ensure Supply Of Electricity Generation Feedstock  - CEO

PUTRAJAYA, April 1 (Bernama) -- The Energy Commission (ST) has taken steps to ensure the continued supply of feedstock, particularly gas and coal for electricity generation, as it monitors developments in West Asia with the conflict in the region entering its second month.

Anaqua’s AI-Native Platform To Transform Premier Tech Global IP Management

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Anaqua, a leader in innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology, announced that Premier Tech, a global leader in horticulture, agriculture, packaging equipment and technologies, wastewater treatment systems, digital solutions and life sciences, has selected its RightHub platform.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session higher, in tandem with regional peers, amid persistent buying in heavyweight stocks, led by banking counters. 

Cargill Expands Port Klang Plant With Speciality Fats Line

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Cargill has announced the expansion of its edible oil plant in Port Klang, Malaysia, with a new speciality fats production line aimed at strengthening solutions for chocolate, bakery and dairy applications.

Central Banks Must Evolve Into Architects Of Resilience, Says BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Central banks must evolve into architects of resilience in a changing global landscape, rather than merely remain stewards of stability, important as that role remains, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

KLCI Futures Higher In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures opened higher on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives on Wednesday.

Agrobank’s AUM Program Helps More Companies Boost Sales

SUNGAI PETANI, April 1 (Bernama) -- Efforts by Agrobank to assist entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses have borne fruit, with more companies successfully increasing their sales last year.