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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd’s net profit for the fourth quarter (4Q) ended Dec 31, 2024, is expected to be weaker than that in 3Q 2024 due to a lower daily average trading value (DATV) for the securities market, according to AmInvestment Bank Bhd.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd remains confident that the proposed new restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip exports by the United States (US) will not hinder collaboration with Bridge Data Centres (BDC) or the broader growth of Malaysia’s digital infrastructure sector.
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The palm oil trade is a cornerstone of ASEAN’s economic activity, and Malaysia is committed to leveraging regional frameworks such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with countries like South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Reforms are crucial steps to transform Malaysia into a more resilient and vibrant economy capable of adapting to domestic and global challenges.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has announced the new “renewable energy” (RE) subsector within its “energy” and “utilities” sector classifications to provide a more focused classification of public-listed companies (PLCs) operating in the RE space.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia's benchmark index ended lower today, weighed down by heavy selling in technology and utility blue chips, reflecting the ripple effect from a sell-off on Wall Street last Friday.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc (Perma-Pipe), announced it has received a formal letter of award with value exceeding US$43 million for a development project located in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. (US$1=RM4.51)
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s property market is poised to grow in 2025 with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and enhanced connectivity with key regions across the country well-positioned to attract local and international investors, paving the way for long-term growth, Knight Frank Malaysia said.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to hold steady at five per cent in 2025, consistent with the government’s target of 4.5 to 5.5 per cent, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Throughout 2024, clean energy solutions provider Gentari Sdn Bhd has charted significant progress in growing and strengthening its position as a regional leader in renewable energy, hydrogen and green mobility in Asia Pacific.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a meeting with world-renowned economics professor Jeffrey D. Sachs of Columbia University.
By Abdul Hamid A Rahman
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s investment landscape in 2024 has once again showcased its resilience and adaptability, with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) at the forefront of driving economic growth through strategic investments, human capital development, digital and green economy initiatives.
