Malaysia’s Crude Oil Supply Adequate, Almost 40 Pct Of Imports Via Strait Of Hormuz - Petronas

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) – Malaysia has a relatively sufficient crude oil supply compared with other ASEAN countries, said national oil and gas company Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas).

Hajj Operations Remain On Track Despite West Asia Tension - MAG

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has reaffirmed that its Hajj flight operations for the 2026 season will proceed as scheduled despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia that have disrupted air travel in parts of the region. 

Ringgit Revisits 4.02 Level Against US Dollar On Easing Energy Supply Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded to the 4.02 level against the US dollar at the close today, as the Iran-Oman energy transit talks eased concerns over supply disruptions.

Malaysia’s Palm Oil Sector In Advantageous Position Despite West Asia Conflict

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is in an extremely advantageous position as one of the world’s top palm oil exporters, continuing to supply edible oils to countries which are grappling with rising food prices and fertiliser supply disruptions due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Slightly Lower Amid Cautious Sentiment On West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed marginally lower on Friday, as cautious sentiment persisted, with investors remaining on the sidelines amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia, said an analyst.

LIAM Appoints Pauline Teoh As New President

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) has appointed Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia Bhd chief executive officer (CEO), Pauline Teoh, as its new president.

RHB Launches RWA, MSIE To Strengthen Financial Well-being

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- RHB Banking Group is reinforcing its commitment to enhancing customers’ financial well-being with the launch of RHB Wealth Advance (RWA) and Takaful mySmart Income Enhanced (MSIE).

MAG To Expand Mainline Fleet To 116 Aircraft, Serving 106 Destinations By 2035

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) plans to expand its mainline fleet to 116 aircraft, serving 106 destinations by 2035, said its president and group chief executive officer (CEO), Captain Nasaruddin A Bakar.

Malaysia Airlines Launches Shenzen, Changsa Routes Starting July 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines Bhd is expanding its network with the launch of new routes to Shenzhen and Changsha, China, starting July 2026.

Refiners Expected To Cut Runs As Hedgable Economics Drive Decisions -- Rystad Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Refiners are expected to reduce operating runs as decisions are driven by hedgable economics rather than directional market views, said independent research and energy intelligence company Rystad Energy.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher Amid West Asia Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rose in early trade Friday as investors assessed risks from the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar On Softer NFP View

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, as markets positioned for a softer US non-farm payrolls (NFP) reading, weighing on the greenback and lending support to regional currencies.