Gold Futures End Mixed Amid New US Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mixed today, following new tariffs imposed by the United States on its trading partners.

No Compromise On Halal Standards For US Imports - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Halal products imported from the United States (US) must still comply with the standards set by the Malaysian Islamic Development Department’s (JAKIM), said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz.

Anwar’s Statesmanship Shines Brightly In Resolving Regional Conflicts And Defending Economy

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Within five days, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has achieved much more than what many leaders can only aspire to do in the field of international politics and global trade.

Malaysia’s Exporters Poised For Recovery As US Tariffs Ease - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The reduction in United States (US) import tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25 per cent to 19 per cent is expected to provide a timely boost for Malaysia’s export-oriented manufacturers, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Tengku Zafrul Refutes Claims On Exclusive Rare Earth Deal For US

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has refuted claims that the United States (US) has requested for exclusive access to rare earth products from Malaysia.

Ringgit Closes Lower Against US Dollar Amid US Tariffs, 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Friday as the dollar strengthened following new tariffs imposed by the United States on its trading partners, alongside developments related to the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

Semiconductor, Pharma Sectors Exempt From US Tariff For Now - Tengku Zafrul 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Semiconductor and pharmaceutical exports to the United States (US) are exempt from the 19 per cent tariff for now, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia Upholds Finance, Procurement And Bumiputera Policies As US Eases Export Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The government remains firm on matters related to policies in the financial system, government procurements, and Bumiputera interests during negotiations with the United States (US) on reciprocal tariffs.

CIMB Securities Expects Chinese Glove Makers To Shift Production To ASEAN Region Upon Revised US Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the revised United States tariff rates for glove-producing countries will prompt Chinese glove makers to shift production to the ASEAN region, particularly Indonesia.

Persistent Buying Lifts Bursa Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session on a positive note, as persistent buying activities in selected heavyweights and fresh catalysts lifted market sentiment.

UMS Integration Opens At RM5.15, 3 Pct Up On Bursa Malaysia Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- UMS Integration Ltd rose on its Main Market debut, becoming the first Singapore Exchange (SGX)-listed company to achieve a secondary listing on Bursa Malaysia.

US Tariff Cut Boosts Glove And EMS Stocks At Mid-morning

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Glove makers and electronic manufacturing services (EMS) companies’ share prices rose at mid-morning following the lower United States (US) rate announced by Washington earlier today.