CPO Futures Set To Trade With Downward Bias Next Week

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade with a downward bias next week due to the expectation of weak demand, palm oil trader David Ng said.

Malaysia’s Exporters Poised For Recovery As US Tariffs Ease - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The reduction in United States (US) import tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25 per cent to 19 per cent is expected to provide a timely boost for Malaysia’s export-oriented manufacturers, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

US Tariff Cut Signals Openness, 13MP Key Economic Buffer For Malaysia - Economists

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The United States' (US) decision to reduce tariff on Malaysian exports to 19 pr cent from 25 per cent signals a willingness to negotiate, but the revised tariff is still expected to have significant economic repercussions for Malaysia in the short- and long-term, said an economist. 

Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Edges Towards Stabilisation In July -- S&P Global

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector showed signs of stabilisation in July, with the pace of moderation easing as demand conditions gradually improved, according to S&P Global.

Amir Hamzah: 13MP To Drive High-value Economic Growth, Sustain Trade Surplus

KUALA LUMPUR, August 1 (Bernama) -- The government anticipates that Malaysia’s trade surplus will remain stable under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), supported by the growth of high-value industries and a transition towards increased economic complexity, said Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

IATA: Air Cargo Demand Slows To 0.8 Pct In June Amid Trade Uncertainty, Asia Pacific Leads Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The air cargo industry’s demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased 0.8 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in June 2025, down from 2.2 per cent in May, reflecting continued uncertainty in the cargo market amid trade tensions.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Forest Fire, Weaker Output Concerns

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today due to forest fires in North Sumatra, a dealer said.

Sabah Carbon Governance Enactment Opens Up Investment Opportunities - Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU, July 29 (Bernama) -- The passing of the Climate Change and Carbon Governance Enactment 2025 at the Sabah State Assembly sitting on July 8 has opened up opportunities for Sabah to attract investors in the carbon market, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

CPO Futures End Lower On Weaker Export Performance In July

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, weighed by Malaysian palm oil's weaker export performance in July.

CCGT Plant To Complement Solar Intermittency, Support Malaysia’s 2050 Net-Zero Goal -- Expert

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant is expected to play a vital role in addressing gaps in the power grid and complementing solar intermittency, as Malaysia works towards achieving its net-zero goals by 2050, an expert said.

CPO Futures Expected To Trade With Downward Bias Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade with a downward bias next week due to profit-taking from the recent rally.

CPO Futures Snap Three-day Rally On Weaker Export Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended its three-day rally to close lower on Friday, weighed down by lower export performance, a trader said.