Axiata 1Q Net Profit Rises To RM273.80 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd’s net profit rose to RM273.80 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q) from RM159.84 million in the same quarter last year. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Lower On Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower as continued selling on selected heavyweights, led by the industrial products and services and utilities counters, weighed on market sentiment.

Local Institutions Extend Net Buying Streak To Six Weeks On Bursa Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Local institutions extended their net buying streak on Bursa Malaysia to a sixth consecutive week, recording net inflows of RM572.9 million last week, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd.

Ringgit Set To Trade Between 3.95 And 3.97 Against US Dollar Next Week

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within a narrow range of between RM3.95 and RM3.97 next week against the US dollar amid a shortened trading week.

Bursa Malaysia Seen Trading With Slight Uptrend Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade with a slight uptrend next week following the recent market pullback as bargain-hunting activities and improved investor sentiment may provide support to selected heavyweights.

Transparency, Governance Key For Strategic GLCs Investments - Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The government is open to government-linked companies (GLCs) taking calculated losses in strategic sectors such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence (AI), provided there is transparency, good governance and clear policies.

Bank Islam Offers Integrated Banking Solutions For Malaysian Haj Pilgrims

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd is offering integrated and comprehensive haj banking solutions to help Malaysian pilgrims manage their financial affairs seamlessly, from pre-departure preparations to the performance of haj rituals in Makkah and Madinah.

BNM's International Reserves At US$129.5 Bln As At May 15, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) international reserves stood at US$129.5 billion as at May 15, 2026.

Malaysia Business To Remain Resilient Amid Global Economic Uncertainties - NCCIM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (NCCIM) expects Malaysian businesses to remain resilient despite mounting global economic uncertainties.

Johor Super Lane Speeds Up Projects, Supports Investment Target Of RM140 Bln

JOHOR BAHRU, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Johor Super Lane (JSL) initiative, a fast-track mechanism that has cut the operational timeline for industrial projects to just 11 months, is expected to be a key driver in helping the state achieve its RM140 billion investment target this year.

ADB Visit Underscores Labuan’s Role As O&G, Financial Services Gateway

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) official visit to Labuan has renewed attention on the duty-free island’s strategic economic position as an offshore oil and gas support base, international financial centre and maritime gateway.

MIDA Strengthens Nordic Engagement Through New Incentive Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is intensifying engagement with Nordic investors to position Malaysia’s New Incentive Framework (NIF) and broader facilitation ecosystem as key advantages for high-quality foreign investment.