KLCI Futures End Lower In Line With Cash Market

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended broadly lower today in tandem with the underlying cash market.

Singapore Risks Slower Economic Growth, Higher Inflation In 2026 Amid West Asia Conflict -- DPM Gan

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, April 7 (Bernama) -- Singapore expects its economic growth to be affected in the coming quarters amid the ongoing West Asia conflicts, with higher overall inflation projected in 2026, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.

Bursa Malaysia Ends On A Softer Note Amid Escalating West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note, with the benchmarik index extending its decline to a fourth consecutive day, and falling by nearly 2.0 per cent cumulatively over the period, as investors adopted a defensive stance amid escalating geopolitical conflict in West Asia.

Rubber Market Extends Gains On Strong Regional Futures, Oil Prices

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market extended its upward momentum to close higher on Tuesday, supported by gains in regional rubber futures, rising crude oil prices, and a slightly weaker ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Continues Downtrend At Mid-Afternoon

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its decline into mid-afternoon trading, mirroring the broader regional weakness, as investors stayed cautious ahead of United States (US) President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to reach a peace agreement.

Malaysia Can Withstand Global Uncertainties Amid Strong Economic Fundamentals -- Economist

BANGI, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals have enabled the country to face and weather global uncertainties, including protracted conflicts in West Asia, said Ambank Group chief economist Firdaos Rosli.

Labuan Port Strengthens Role As Oil And Gas Support Hub

LABUAN, April 7 (Bernama) -- Labuan Port continues to play a strategic role as an industrial support hub, particularly for the oil and gas sector, with about 70 per cent of its cargo activities linked to the industry.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session lower as markets continued to reprice the protracted West Asia conflict. 

PM Anwar: Strategic Shift In Energy Strategy Imperative Amid Global Disruptions

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) —Malaysia must expedite its transition towards a more sustainable, diversified and cost-effective long-term energy strategy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia's Banking Industry Remain Resilient, Supportive Amid Global Uncertainties - ABM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking industry remains strong, resilient and is committed to supporting customers amid global uncertainties, including developments in West Asia, according to the Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM).

IJM Shares Down In Early Trade, Sunway's IJM Takeover Attempts Lapse

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Share prices of IJM Corporation Bhd declined in early trade on Tuesday, while Sunway Bhd shares were marginally higher as Sunway’s conditional voluntary general offer (VGO) had lapsed after failing to meet the condition of securing over 50 per cent shareholders’ acceptance level in IJM.  

West Asia Crisis: Fuel Cost Spike 'Neutral' For Malaysia's Utility Players - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The recent spike in fuel costs due to the West Asia crisis is expected to be “neutral” for most utility players, given the established fuel-cost pass-through mechanisms, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).