ACE Market-Bound Pentech Seeks To Raise RM34.39 Mln From IPO

Material Appoints Ranjan Kalia As CFO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Material Plus Holdings LLC (Material), an intelligent growth company, has appointed Ranjan Kalia as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), bringing strong global finance leadership to support clients for future growth.

KLIMS 2026 Targets 200,000 Visitors Amid Expansion Into Mobility, Lifestyle Experience

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) 2026 is targeting about 200,000 visitors this year as it expands beyond a traditional automotive exhibition into a broader mobility, technology and lifestyle showcase.

Japanese Companies See Malaysia's Business Sentiment, Conditions Improving In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Business sentiment and conditions in Malaysia are expected to improve through 2026, according to a survey conducted by the Japanese Chamber of Trade & Industry Malaysia (Jactim) and the Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) Kuala Lumpur.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Marginally Lower As Investors Turn Defensive

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended marginally lower on Tuesday as investors adopted a more defensive stance amid escalating geopolitical tensions and softer regional risk sentiment. 

Guizhou’s Kaili Sour Soup Industry Gains Investment Spotlight

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The signature Kaili sour soup of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou Province was showcased at the recent 2026 World Brand Moganshan Summit, promoting the region's industrial development and business potential to investors and guests across China.

Gradiant Closes Series E Financing At US$2 Bln Valuation

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Gradiant has closed its Series E financing round led by Safar Partners and Hostplus Superannuation Fund, with participation from ClearVision Ventures and other global investors, valuing the company at US$2 billion. (US$1=RM3.97)

99 Speed Mart Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM188.56 Mln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM188.56 million in the first quarter of its financial year ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026), compared with RM144.90 million in the same period last year.

Digital Investments, AI Continue To Support Malaysia's Economic Growth -- Amir Hamzah

GEORGE TOWN, May 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth prospects remain positive, supported by inflows of foreign and domestic investments and sustained demand in the artificial intelligence (AI), data centre, and semiconductor sectors.

Modon, Montage To Launch First Branded Residences In Egypt’s Ras El Hekma 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding and Montage Hotels & Resorts announced the launch of Montage Ras El Hekma, introducing the first branded residences for purchase at Ras El Hekma on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast.

GX Bank, CGC Digital To Offer Credit Access Up To RM150,0000 To MSMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- Digital bank GX Bank Bhd and CGC Digital have formed a strategic collaboration to offer micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) digital guarantees for credit access of up to RM150,000. 

Shell Malaysia To Expand Its Westport Fuels Terminal

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd (SMT) has announced the expansion of the Shell Westport Fuels Terminal, which will introduce new import infrastructure, comprising three additional gasoline and diesel tanks, enabling the terminal to accommodate full medium-range vessel parcels, thereby improving supply efficiency and operational capability.