BNM's OPR Hold Signals Positive Outlook For Investment Growth - Economists

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the overnight policy rate at 3.00 per cent at its final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the year reflects the central bank’s support for domestic economic growth.

Ringgit Ends Lower As US Election Results Unfold

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today, snapping two days of gains, as the US presidential election results poured in, said an economist. 

U Mobile Chosen As Malaysia's Second 5G Provider Based On Multiple Factors – MCMC

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd was chosen as Malaysia's second 5G network provider based on factors like business and technical plans, complaint records, customer satisfaction, and its track record in infrastructure projects, according to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

Bolt Launches Ride Hailing Service In Klang Valley To Support Local Shared Mobility Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Europe’s leading mobility company, Bolt has launched its ride-hailing service in Klang Valley, aiming to support Malaysia’s growing demand for shared mobility, projected to serve 11.47 million users by 2029.

Jumio’s Identity Verification Solutions To Help Riley Cillian Streamlines eKYC

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Jumio, the automated, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven identity verification, risk signals and compliance solutions provider has partnered with Riley Cillian to streamline electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) for the social media platform’s video chat apps.

BNM Maintains OPR Unchanged At 3.0 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent at its meeting today.

Govt Introduces DIAF, FIAF To Support Businesses And Attract FDI -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The government, through the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), has introduced two new funds under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), namely the Domestic Investment Accelerator Fund (DIAF) and the Foreign Investment Accelerator Fund (FIAF).

Ringgit Strengthens Against Greenback ahead Of OPR Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar at the opening on Wednesday, driven by improved sentiment ahead of Bank Negara’s (BNM) announcement on the overnight policy rate (OPR) later today.

IILM Reissues Its Largest Year-To-Date Short-Term Ṣukuk Of US$1.31 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has completed the reissuance of an aggregate US$1.31 billion (US1=RM4.34) short-term sukuk with tenors of one month, three months, and six months.

CPO Futures Ends Four-day Winning Streak To Close Lower

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended a four-day winning streak closing lower, taking the cue from the weakness in Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) soybean oil futures, a dealer said.

Gagasan Nadi Cergas To Acquire Student Hostel Asset Management For RM185 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Gagasan Nadi Cergas Bhd has proposed the strategic acquisition of a student hostel asset management concession valued at RM185 million.

Kuala Lumpur Gears Up For Southeast Asia's Inaugural Smart City Expo - Gobind

From NurulJannah Kamaruddin

BARCELONA, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will be the first Southeast Asian country to host the Smart City Expo (SCE) in Kuala Lumpur from Sept 17-19, 2025. It highlights the country’s commitment to innovation and sustainable digital city development while positioning itself as a leading nation in ASEAN.