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US Tariff Deadline Expected To Boost Gold’s Safe-haven Appeal Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to maintain their bullish momentum, supported by renewed investor interest in safe-haven assets following the United States tariff deadline on July 9, which has added a layer of uncertainty to the market.

Rubber Market To Remain Mixed, Volatile Next Week

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade mixed with some volatility next week amid uncertainty over global demand due to the United States (US) tariff uncertainties, according to the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA). 

Gold Futures Fall As Cautious Investors Book Profit Ahead Of US Tariff Deal Deadline

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Friday as cautious investors booked profits ahead of the US tariff deal deadline on July 9.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher For Third Straight Session

By Zarul Effendi Razali and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintain its upward momentum to end higher for the third consecutive session, supported by continued buying in selected industrial products and services as well as healthcare counters, an analyst said.

From Rivalry To Realignment, China Shifts To Seek Better Fortunes Amid Trade Friction With US

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, June 23 (Bernama) – Rather than being fixated on its trade dispute with the United States (US), China is refocusing its efforts towards bolstering ties with non-confrontational partners, including developing nations, to boost trade and investments.

Economists Cautious On Malaysia’s 2025 Trade Prospects Amid Tariff Uncertainty

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Economists are maintaining a cautious stance on Malaysia’s trade outlook this year due to persistent global tariff uncertainty, which is expected to weigh on the country’s trade and manufacturing performance.

Malaysia-Japan Relations Deepen Through Values, Trust And Investment - PM Anwar

ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s long-standing ties with Japan are being further fortified beyond investment and technological collaboration, rooted instead in shared values, cultural appreciation, and growing mutual trust, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Scientex Posts Lower 3Q Net Profit Of RM123.87 Mln, Declares 6 Sen Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Scientex Bhd recorded a lower net profit of RM123.87 million for the third quarter (3Q) ended April 30, 2025, compared with RM130.50 million in the same period a year ago. 

Rubber Market Ends Higher In Tandem With Regional Futures

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid and K Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Wednesday, in tandem with regional rubber futures markets and a weaker ringgit against the United States (US) dollar, a dealer said.

MPOC: Palm Oil Output Hits Highest May Level Since 2015 Amid Favourable Weather

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil production rose 5.05 per cent month-on-month in May to 1.77 million tonnes, marking the highest output recorded for the month since 2015, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

Bursa Malaysia Ends In The Red As Geopolitical Tensions, Tariff Plans Rattle Markets

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Friday, weighed down by heavy selling in technology, healthcare, and logistics stocks, as risk-off sentiment intensified following escalating geopolitical tensions and Washington’s plan to impose unilateral tariffs within the next two weeks.

Economic News Reporting Skills Pivotal As Tariffs Dominate Global Headlines

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Journalists are keenly aware that knowledge in business and economics reporting is a pivotal component in covering domestic, regional and international issues competently, with tariffs now dominating global headlines.