FBM KLCI Futures End Lower In Line With Cash Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today in line with the performance of the underlying cash market. 

MATRADE’s Virtual Sourcing Programme At MIHAS 2024 Achieves RM347 Mln In Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The International Sourcing Programme (INSP) organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2024 has been a success, with the virtual segment having achieved RM347 million in sales to date. 

ACE Market-bound Crest Group Aims To Raise RM45.75 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Crest Group Bhd, en route to its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia, aims to raise RM45.75 million from its initial public offering (IPO).

Gentrification Of Islamic Finance - More Than Just Shariah Compliance 

LONDON, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Modern-day Islamic finance began to gain a foothold in Malaysia in 1963 with the establishment of the Hajj Pilgrims Savings Corporation (now known as Lembaga Tabung Haji), which is central to the transformation of a Shariah-based financial system in Malaysia.

Insurers, Takaful Operators Must Expand Capacity, Bridge Protection Gaps - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Insurers and takaful operators must expand their capacity and readiness to reduce critical protection gaps and strengthen financial safety nets, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Budget 2025: BIMB Securities Expects Malaysia's Fiscal Deficit To Be Lower At 3.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- BIMB Securities Sdn Bhd foresees a lower fiscal deficit of 3.5 per cent in line with the 12th Malaysia Plan Mid-term Review (12MP MTR) for Budget 2025. 

HLIB : Malaysia In Strong Position Amid US Election Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Bhd believes that Malaysia’s neutral geopolitical stance places it in a stronger position to manage potential external policy shifts that may arise in the United States (US) after its Nov 5 elections.

CAAM Must Strengthen Capabilities To Tackle Global Aviation Challenges - Hasbi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) must continuously enhance its capabilities to improve safety, security, and capacity, ensuring it can meet emerging regional and global challenges.

Bursa Malaysia Weaker In Early Trade, Tracking Wall Street's Muted Overnight Performance

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia traded flat to lower during the early morning trade, taking its cue from Wall Street’s muted overnight performance as most traders remained on the sidelines ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve’s potential rate cut.

Ringgit Opens Easier Vs USD Ahead Of US Fed Meeting

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar today, as market participants adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the United States (US) Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) decision on interest rate cuts.

Al'ard Marks A Decade In Malaysia, Contributing RM50 Mln To Palestine

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Al'Ard, a Palestinian olive oil-based health product brand has made history with its achievement of sending RM50 million to Palestine during its 10 years of operation in Malaysia.

Malaysia-Brazil To Collaborate, Tap US$3 Trillion Global Halal Market - Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Brazil will enhance collaboration to tap the extensive global halal market which is anticipated to generate US$3 trillion (US$1=RM4.253) next year, said Agriculture and Food Security Deputy Minister Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup.