CPO Futures Ends Lower On Weaker Demand Concerns

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended the week on a weaker note, closing lower on Friday due to concerns over weak demand, a trader said.

Analysts Lower 2025 Inflation To 1.4 Pct, Expect 1.8 Pct Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has lowered its 2025 inflation forecast to 1.4 per cent from 1.5 per cent (2024: 1.8 per cent), driven by the deflationary effects of Budi95.

Petronas Chemicals Narrows 3Q Net Loss To RM289 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) posted a narrower net loss of RM289 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025), compared with a RM789 million net loss in the corresponding period last year.

Malaysia’s 2025 Crude Palm Oil Output To Exceed 19.5 Mln Tonnes -- MPOB Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s crude palm oil (CPO) production for 2025 is expected to exceed last year’s output, with projections indicating output could surpass 19.5 million tonnes, up from 19.3 million tonnes in 2024.

Affin Bank Posts RM144.99 Mln Net Profit For 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) slid to RM144.99 million from RM145.82 million a year ago.

Pos Malaysia Narrows Net Loss To RM45.23 Mln In 3Q

 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Pos Malaysia Bhd recorded a net loss of RM45.23 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025), narrowing from a net loss of RM49.89 million in the same quarter last year.

OCBC Expects Another 25 Basis Point Rate Cut By BNM In 2Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- OCBC expects a 25 basis point (bp) rate cut from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) next year, likely in the second quarter of 2026 (2Q 2026).

Ringgit Extends Technical Correction, Ends Lower As US Rate Outlook Remains Uncertain

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its technical correction, closing lower against the US dollar today, as traders and investors cashed in amid uncertainty over the United States interest rate outlook.

Rubber Market Closes Higher On Firmer Chinese Economic Data

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The rubber market finished higher on Tuesday, lifted by encouraging Chinese economic data and stronger automotive sales figures, said a dealer.

PMW International To Fast-track Sarawak Expansion After Ace Market Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 – PMW International Bhd is set to accelerate its expansion plans in Sarawak following its ACE Market listing, driven by the group’s confidence in strengthening its manufacturing and infrastructure capabilities.

FBM KLCI Slightly Higher At The Close

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended slightly higher on Monday amid choppy trading throughout the day, lifted by mild buying interest in selected heavyweights.  

Thousands Of Jobs Probably Saved By Malaysia-US Agreement On Reciprocal Trade

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Thousands of jobs in Malaysia will probably be saved by the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) signed between Malaysia and the United States.