Bursa Malaysia Tracks Global Markets To Open Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened weaker on Monday, tracking regional markets as sentiment remained cautious amid a fragile global economic environment.

Ringgit Higher Against Most Major Currencies, Easier Vs US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded mostly higher against major currencies but was easier against the US dollar in early trade today as the greenback strengthened following better-than-expected United States labour market data.

Thailand Remains Key Market For Malaysian Franchise Expansion, Says Pernas

BANGKOK, June 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is stepping up efforts to expand its franchise footprint in Thailand, with Perbadanan Nasional Bhd (Pernas) targeting potential sales of RM30 million through its participation in the Thailand Franchise and Business Opportunities (TFBO) 2026 exhibition.

Rubber Market Seen Trading Sideways With A Slight Downward Bias Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trade sideways with a slight downward bias next week amid ongoing global uncertainties, particularly developments in West Asia and weather conditions in some major rubber-producing regions.

Gold Futures To Trade Between US$4,400 And US$4,500 Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade within the US$4,400 per troy ounce to US$4,500 per troy ounce range next week, supported by safe-haven demand amid uncertainty over the United States interest rate outlook.

Ringgit Expected To Trade Between RM4.02 And RM4.04 Against US Dollar Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade between RM4.02 and RM4.04 against the US dollar next week as investors remain cautious amid prevailing geopolitical uncertainties.

Elsa IPO Oversubscribed 27 Times Ahead Of ACE Market Listing

SEREMBAN, June 5 (Bernama) -- The High Court here today granted ad interim injunctions against six plaintiffs in an ongoing dispute involving the Negeri Sembilan Dewan Keadilan dan Undang (DKU), restraining them from, among other actions, convening or holding any DKU meeting, including the Special Sitting that had been scheduled for today.

B15 Biodiesel Mandate Will Reduce Dependency On Export Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- The increase in the biodiesel mandate from B10 (10 per cent palm-oil-based biodiesel) to B15 will reduce the country’s reliance on export markets, said Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek.

Khazanah, GLICs Should Continue To Identify Companies Like SkyeChip For Malaysia's Next Leap

By M.Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- Khazanah Nasional Bhd and other government-linked investment companies (GLICs) should continue to identify and nurture more high-potential companies like SkyeChip Bhd to strengthen Malaysia’s position in high-growth technology sectors, particularly semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, advanced electronics and digital technologies.

Crude Oil, Condensate Production Falls 5.5 Pct To 43 Mln Barrels In 1Q 2026 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- Crude oil and condensate production recorded a year-on-year decline of 5.5 per cent to 43 million barrels in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026) compared to 45.5 million barrels in the same period last year.

UEM Sunrise Poised For Stronger Earnings With 2026 Launches, Solid Unbilled Sales – HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- UEM Sunrise Bhd is poised for stronger earnings momentum ahead, supported by new project launches and solid unbilled sales, according to Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

Ringgit Weakens Against US Dollar, Gains Against Major Currencies

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded easier against the US dollar on Friday morning but strengthened against other major currencies amid a cautious currency market, as authorities across Asia issued statements reaffirming their commitment to stabilise their respective currencies.