CPO Futures End Lower On Strong Output, Rising Stock Concerns

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, reversing earlier gains, weighed down by concerns over strong output and expectations of rising stock levels in coming weeks.

Malaysia Earns World Bank Praise For Halal Certification, Egg Price Reform

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The World Bank has commended Malaysia for its mutual halal certification agreement with Indonesia and the gradual removal of egg price controls, describing them as bright spots in the country’s economic landscape.

Ringgit Stregthens Against Greenback On Positive Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended gains, opening stronger against the US dollar on Tuesday, supported by ongoing positive sentiment towards the local currency, said an analyst.

MR D.I.Y. 's Net Profit Rises To RM174.15 Mln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- MR D.I.Y. Group (M) Bhd’s net profit rose to RM174.15 million for the first quarter (1Q) ended March 31, 2025, from RM144.88 million in the same period last year.

Rubber Market Ends Lower Due To Weaker Oil Prices, Stronger Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed lower today, pressured by falling crude oil prices and a stronger ringgit against the US dollar.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Marginally Lower On Profit-taking Activities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed marginally lower due to profit-taking activities on telecommunications, construction and energy stocks, analysts said. 

eXp Realty Promotes Felix Bravo To Managing Director, International

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Independent real estate brokerage, eXp Realty has announced the promotion of Felix Bravo to Managing Director, International, a key move accelerating the company’s mission to build the most empowering global brokerage in the world.

MIDF Research Remains Positive On Healthcare Sector, Forecasts 6-8 Pct Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd’s research arm, MIDF Research, continues to remain positive on Malaysia’s healthcare sector, forecasting a 6.0-8.0 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) until 2030.

Bursa Malaysia Likely To Trend Higher Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to trend higher next week, supported by continued improvements in the global economic landscape and the return of foreign buying to the local bourse.

Ringgit To Remain Cautious Next Week Ahead Of Malaysia, US Policy Moves - Economist

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to trade in a cautious mode next week as investors will focus on the monetary policy decisions domestically and from the United States (US), said an economist.

CIMB: US Tariff Pause A Chance For Malaysia To Recalibrate Growth, Push Regional Integration

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- CIMB Investment Bank Bhd views the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs by the United States (US) as a watershed moment for Malaysia to recalibrate its growth strategy through stronger regional integration and domestic economic reforms.

CPO Futures Fall On Concerns Over Higher Output, Stockpiles

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Friday, reversing earlier gains as concerns over rising output and high domestic stock levels weighed on market sentiment.