Beefing Up Smallholders, Higher-yielding Trees critical for Rubber Industry’s Growth - Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 (Bernama) -- A comprehensive and systematic approach to re-organise smallholder rubber farmers into a federation, coupled with replanting of higher-yielding rubber tree varieties, will be critical for Malaysia to reclaim its position as the world’s leading rubber producer.

Sluggish Exports To Weigh On CPO Futures Next Week

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to show a downside bias next week, amid sluggish export demand, according to palm oil dealer David Ng.

CPO Futures Continue Uptrend On Weaker Output Forecast, Higher Soybean Oil Prices

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives climbed for the fourth consecutive day of trading on Friday due to higher soybean oil prices as well as weaker production outlook in the coming weeks, a dealer said.

CPO Futures Extends Uptrend For Third Day On Weak Output

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended its uptrend to the third consecutive day on Tuesday, supported by the weaker palm oil production by Southern Peninsular mills during Jan 1-25, 2025 period, an analyst said.

CPO Futures End Mostly Higher On Weak Output Expectations

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly higher on Monday due to expectations of weaker output, said palm oil dealer David Ng.

Bursa Malaysia's FY2024 Net Profit Increases To RM310.12 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd’s net profit jumped 22.9 per cent to RM310.12 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) from RM252.38 million in the previous year, boosted by robust securities and derivatives markets as well as data business performance.

Malaysia Stands To Benefit From Trump's Trade Policies -- KSI, ECKL

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is poised to seize significant opportunities from Donald Trump's return as President of the United States (US), especially in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and enhancing export potential.

CPO Futures Seen Quiet Next Week Amid Holiday Break

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 25 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade quietly next week due to the Chinese New Year festivities, according to Interband Group of Companies' senior palm oil trader, Jim Teh.

CPO Futures End Higher On Weak Output Expectations

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher, driven by expectations of weak output in the coming weeks, in line with the seasonal trend, said palm oil dealer David Ng.

CPO Futures End Mostly Lower On Profit-taking

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly lower on Thursday on extended profit-taking following concerns over weaker demand in the coming weeks, a dealer said.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Concerns Over Weakening Demand From India

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Wednesday, weighed down by concerns over weakening demand from India due to cheaper alternatives, a trader said.

Malaysia Should Utilise Free Trade Agreements To Promote Palm Oil Globally -- MPOB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should utilise the free trade agreements (FTAs) that it has among the ASEAN countries, including the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) to promote palm oil at the global level, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB).