Hong Kong Jewellery Twin Shows Return In March With 4,000 Exhibitors

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) announced the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show is set to return from March 2 to 6 at AsiaWorld-Expo under the “Two Shows, Two Venues” format.

Khazanah To Double Down On Connectivity, Energy Transition In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- Khazanah Nasional Bhd plans to double down on key strategic sectors in 2026, focusing on connectivity and energy transition, and improving performance across its existing portfolio, said managing director Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir.

Ringgit Opens Little Changed Against US Dollar On Mixed Global Sentiment

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly unchanged against the US dollar on Monday, as mixed global sentiment capped gains while investors assessed political developments and major currency moves.

Japan's Umaji Village brings The Taste Of Yuzu To Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysian yuzu fans will be able to enjoy the distinctive flavour and aroma of the Japanese citrus fruit, as yuzu products from Umaji Village in Kochi Prefecture, on Japan’s southern Shikoku island, are being brought to Malaysia for the first time.

Rubber Market Seen Remaining Sluggish Next Week On Weaker Demand From China Ahead Of CNY

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to remain sluggish next week, with the commodity’s price moving sideways with a downward bias due to weaker demand from China ahead of the upcoming Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday period.

Trade-in Gold Jewellery On Uptrend, Driving Sales Moving Forward - Tomei

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- Tomei Consolidated Bhd foresees that trade-in gold jewellery will experience a continuous uptrend as consumers take the opportunity to renew their jewellery collections for the upcoming festive season, supported by stronger gold prices.

Kedah-based SME Mudim Zakaria Invests RM10 Mln In High-tech Food Machinery

PENDANG, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- Food manufacturer Mudim Zakaria Food Industries Sdn Bhd has invested RM10 million in the purchase of high-technology machinery to increase production capacity and ensure the quality of its products.

BNM Receives 30-35 Stablecoin Applications, Tests Ringgit-based Initiative

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said the central bank has received approximately 30 to 35 applications related to stablecoin and digital asset innovations.

AirBorneo Plans Expansion, To Launch Jet Operations Mid-2026

SINGAPORE, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- AirBorneo is eyeing an expansion of its operations with additional capacity and routes, as it plans to introduce jet-engine operations in the second half of 2026.

Fiscal Deficit Calculated Under International Standards -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government’s fiscal deficit calculation should not be questioned as it is reported in line with international standards recognised by global credit rating agencies and multilateral bodies, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Gains On Bargain Hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended modestly higher today on bargain hunting, extending its recovery from last week’s pullback, although the upside momentum faded after an early peak, said an economist.  

Gold, Silver Seen Bullish Despite Short-term Volatility -- MGA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Gold and silver prices are expected to remain bullish over the mid- to long-term despite short-term volatility triggered by global macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, said Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) president Datuk Seri Louis Ng.