Ringgit To Remain Range-bound Next Week Amid Focus On US Jobs Data

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is forecast to trade within a narrow range of RM3.95 to RM3.97 against the US dollar next week as trading activity may be subdued during the holiday-shortened week.

ENERtec Asia, MIDA Team Up To Drive Renewable Energy And Storage Investments

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- ENERtec Asia 2026, Southeast Asia’s premier energy technology exhibition and conference, is partnering with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a regional hub for clean energy investments, renewable energy (RE) technologies and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Bidgely To Host EmPOWER AI London For Energy Retailers

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- Bidgely will hold its EmPOWER AI London conference from June 10 to 12 as part of its global event series focused on artificial intelligence (AI), electrification and customer engagement in the energy sector.

Stoneshield Capital Closes 1.5 Bln Euros Opportunity Fund IV Above Target

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- Stoneshield Capital, an European investment firm, has completed the final close of its Opportunity Fund IV at its hard cap of 1.5 billion euros in capital commitments, exceeding its original 1.0 billion euros target amid strong investor demand for European real assets. (1 Euro = RM4.63)

RAM Ratings Positive On Malaysia’s Power Sector Amid Robust Prospects

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- RAM Rating Services Bhd (RAM Ratings) has maintained a positive outlook on Malaysia’s power sector as the country’s energy transition gains momentum.

QL Resources Shares Rise Despite Lower FY2026 Earnings; MBSB Keeps ‘Buy’ Call

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- QL Resources Bhd emerged among the top gainers in early trade despite posting lower earnings for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 (FY2026).

Maybank Shares Edge Higher Despite Softer 1Q Earnings

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- Malayan Banking Bhd’s (Maybank) shares edged higher in early trade today, reflecting sustained investor confidence in Malaysia’s largest bank despite softer earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026).

Press Metal's Share Price Rises In Early Trade On Strong 1Q Earnings

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- The share price of Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd (Press Metal) rose in early trading after the company posted strong earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026).

Supermax's Associate Company To Establish US$50 Mln Medical Glove Facility In Brazil

SC Enhances Primary Market Framework To Improve Public Listing Access For Issuers

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) today released its revised Equity Guidelines and Response Paper, introducing targeted enhancements to the primary market framework. 

Positive For PCG If Petronas Assumes Full Control Of PPC - CGS International

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The implications will be enormously positive for Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) if Petronas eventually seek full integration of Pengerang Petrochemical Co Sdn Bhd (PPC), as PPC is expected to continue delivering large losses for PCG.

Mevion Medical Systems To Supply Vietnam’s First Proton Therapy System To Tam Anh General Hospital

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Mevion Medical Systems has signed a definitive purchase agreement with Tam Anh General Hospital to supply the MEVION S250-FIT Proton Therapy System, marking what is expected to become Vietnam’s first proton therapy system.