Ringgit Ends Slightly Lower Against US Dollar Ahead Of Fed Rate Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit reversed its morning gains to close slightly lower against the US dollar today, as traders turned cautious ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate decision, amid uncertainty over a potential cut.

Aptean Expands Global Partner Programme To Accelerate Food & Beverage ERP Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Aptean, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven enterprise software provider, has announced the expansion of its Global Food and Beverage ERP Partner Program, following record-breaking success in new customer acquisition.

Malaysia's Domestic Coffee Market Valued At US$1.05 Bln -- Chan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s domestic coffee market is valued at US$1.05 billion (US$1=RM4.23), with over 6,400 cafes operating nationwide, said Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin.

Vietnam’s Non-life Insurance Industry Holds Steady, Says AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best is maintaining its stable outlook on Vietnam’s non-life insurance segment, supported by structural economic advantages and strong demand across core insurance lines.

Malaysia's Real GDP Growth Forecast Raised To 4.5 Pct In 2025, 4.0 Pct In 2026 -- IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent in 2025 and 4.0 per cent in 2026. 

CPO Futures Close Higher On Stronger Soybean Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Tuesday on the back of stronger soybean oil prices, according to palm oil trader David Ng.

Cross-border Insolvency Bill 2025 Supports Efforts To Attract FDI, Strengthen National Economy - Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The enactment of the Cross-Border Insolvency Bill 2025 is expected to support Malaysia’s long-term goal of attracting foreign direct investments (FDI) as well as strengthening the nation’s economic stability.

Airwallex Secures CMS Licence, Launches Investment Product For Singapore Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Airwallex has clinched a Capital Markets Services (CMS) licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), paving the way for its latest offering, Airwallex Yield, to launch in the city-state.

Ceres, Doosan Fuel Cell Kick Off Mass Production Of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells In South Korea

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Ceres Power Holdings plc (Ceres), a United Kingdom (UK)-based clean energy technology developer, has reached a major milestone as partner Doosan Fuel Cell begins mass production of solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stacks using Ceres’ proprietary technology.

Oxford Innotech Makes Strong Debut On ACE Market At 36 Sen

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Oxford Innotech Bhd made a strong debut on Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market today, opening at 36 sen, a seven sen or 24 per cent premium over its initial public offering (IPO) price of 29 sen.

OMS Energy Technologies Delivers Breakout FY2025 Results Following May Nasdaq Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- OMS Energy Technologies Inc (OMS) has posted a blockbuster fiscal year 2025 (FY2025), marking its first full-year earnings since going public with US$203.6 million in revenue and US$47 million in net profit. (US$1=RM4.21)

Ringgit Opens Higher On Easing Trade Tensions 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher on Tuesday against the US dollar and other major and regional currencies, supported by easing global trade tensions that lifted investor sentiment, an analyst said.