Saudia Eyes More Flights Between Malaysia, Saudi Arabia As KLIA Anchors Asia-Pacific Growth

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- Saudia Airlines is exploring opportunities to increase flight frequencies between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and key Saudi Arabian destinations in 2026, as Malaysia strengthens its role as a strategic growth and feeder market in the airline’s Asia-Pacific (APAC) expansion strategy.

Razorpay Curlec Eyes Next Growth Phase As Malaysia’s Digital Payments Market Matures

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Razorpay Curlec Sdn Bhd is positioning itself for its next phase of growth as Malaysia’s digital payments market shifts from rapid adoption towards deeper integration, scale and cross-border capability, said country head and chief executive officer Kevin Lee.

Entopia Inks Franchising Deal With DEMED Turkiye, Eyes Expansion Into Eight Countries

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 17 (Bernama) — Penang’s home-grown nature learning destination Entopia today marked a major milestone with the signing of an exclusive franchising agreement with DEMED Group of Turkiye, paving the way for its expansion into eight countries and positioning it on the global stage.

Ambest Group Eyes Listing On Bursa Malaysia In 1Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- Penang-based Ambest Group Bhd is targeting a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd in the first quarter of next year.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower as Investors Eye US Data, BOJ Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Friday amid mixed regional market performance as investors turned cautious over a possible rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) and upcoming US economic data that may influence the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision next week.  

JLG Eyes RM40 Bln Investment From Second Phase Of Data Centre Project In IBTEC

JOHOR BAHRU, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- JLand Group Sdn Bhd (JLG) has targeted investments of about RM40 billion within the next three years for the second phase of its data centre development project known as StepWest.

Croesus IT Eyes Plantation Tech Expansion Following Leap Market Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Croesus IT Holdings Bhd is bolstering its focus on plantation technology (tech) as a key growth segment for the company following its listing on the LEAP Market of Bursa Malaysia today.

TNB Eyes 5,000 MW By 2035 To Support Malaysia’s Data Centre Expansion

By M.Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30 (Bernama) — Malaysia’s digital future hinges on reliable energy ecosystem and Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) stands ready to play a strategic role in positioning Malaysia as a regional data centre hub by delivering solutions that balance growth with responsibility.

Bhutan Eyes Stronger Trade Ties With Malaysia By 2027-2028

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Bhutan is considering pursuing a free trade agreement (FTA) with Malaysia as it sees strong potential to expand exports by 2027 or 2028.

Sabah-Based Life Water Eyes Sales Boost Ahead Of Visit Malaysia 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Sabah beverage manufacturer Life Water Bhd expects stronger demand from the state’s tourism sector ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026, supported by rising arrivals and steady consumption from hotels and retail outlets.

Dubai Eyes Fintech, Islamic Finance As Growth Opportunities For Malaysian Companies

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE), particularly Dubai, sees financial technology (fintech) and Islamic finance as emerging priority sectors and is encouraging Malaysian companies to tap into these opportunities.

PNB To Launch Zakat al-Mustaghallat Via Khultah Method In Mid-2026, Eyes RM60 Mln In Collection

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) will launch zakat assessment for Fixed Price Funds managed by Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB) through the al-Mustaghallat zakat method via Khultah (collective) in mid-2026.