CPO Futures End Lower On Stronger Ringgit

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by a stronger ringgit against the United States (US) dollar. 

CPO Futures End Lower On Stronger Ringgit

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by a stronger ringgit against the United States (US) dollar. 

Stronger Ringgit, Fed Shift Could Draw Capital To Malaysia

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia could attract renewed capital inflows into its bond and equity markets, underpinned by a stronger ringgit and a possible shift in US monetary policy.

Escalating Tension In Middle East Raises Cost Concerns Among Travellers, Insurers

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) — Air travellers and insurance companies are deeply concerned over possible rise in costs brought on by the escalating geopolitical tension in the Middle East which has led to abrupt closure of major airports in the region, which serve as among the busiest aviation hubs.

MIDF Amanah: Strait Of Hormuz Closure Poses Limited Risk To Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the recent Iranian parliamentary vote poses limited risk to Malaysia, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Sarawak’s Self-reliant Infrastructure Surge Sets It Apart From Federally Dependent Sabah

LABUAN, June 25 (Bernama) -- Despite sharing similar geographies and economic aspirations, Sarawak and Sabah have taken markedly different paths in infrastructure development. 

Gradiant’s alkaLi To Launch First Fully Integrated Lithium Plant In US From Oilfield Water

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Gradiant, a global water and resource recovery firm, announced it will design, build, own, and operate the world’s first fully integrated lithium production facility utilising oilfield produced water in the Marcellus Shale Formation, Pennsylvania, United States (US).

Lessons On Insurance To Be Learnt From USJ Putra Heights Gas Pipeline Explosion

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- It’s been about three months since the devastating gas pipeline explosion and fire at USJ Putra Heights. Fortunately, there were no fatalities. It shocked Malaysians. Questions are still being asked as to the compensation for damages to houses, properties, possessions and injuries sustained.

PAAB Spearheads RM2.4 Bln Water Infrastructure Upgrade, Emphasises Zero-Accident Culture

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB) is actively implementing nationwide upgrades to water infrastructure with an allocation of nearly RM2.4 billion to ensure the long-term sustainability and security of the country’s water supply.

Electricity Tariff Restructuring Offers Greater Cost Transparency -- FMM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has welcomed the electricity tariff restructuring under the Regulatory Period 4 (RP4), describing it as a rebasing exercise that offers greater cost transparency and encourages demand-side management.

Flight Delays At Kuching Airport After RMAF Jet Incident Forces Runway Closure

By K.Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Batik Air is among the airlines affected by a temporary runway closure at Kuching International Airport (KIA) today, following a runway excursion involving a Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) aircraft.

Gold Futures To Remain Range-Bound Next Week

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to remain range-bound in the near term in the absence of major developments, while remaining cautious of any signs of deterioration in Middle East stability.