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Economy

Kenanga IB Sees Limited Impact On Scientex From US Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects only minimal direct impact from the US tariffs threat for Scientex Bhd as the group has a manufacturing plant in the United States, making its exports to the US below five per cent of its total revenue.

Construction Sector 2Q Earnings Keep Upward Momentum - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Earnings in the construction sector are expected to remain on an upward quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) trajectory in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025), supported by increased construction site activities following 1Q 2025 festive breaks, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Dagang Nexchange Emerges Among Active Stocks, Up By 1.72 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Dagang Nexchange Bhd (DNEX) traded higher and emerged as among the actively traded stocks on recent news that the company has secured a RM103.76 million contract from the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Pharmaniaga Among Most Active Stocks, Jumps 6.9 Pct To 23 Sen

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Pharmaniaga Bhd emerged as among the most active stocks in early trade today on news that the group would continue to stay in the black for the financial year ending Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025) after making a turnaround last year. 

Malaysia's Data Centre Sector Remains Positive -- MIDF Amanah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's data centre sector remained positive amid a recent report alleging that Chinese firms were training their artificial intelligence (AI) models at a data centre here that is powered by Nvidia chips, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Malaysia Commits To ASEAN Integration To Bring About Resilient Regional Economy - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is working actively towards upgrading existing trade agreements with ASEAN member states and dialogue partners, reinforcing its commitment to a more integrated and resilient regional economy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia Attracts Potential Investments Of RM4.6 Bln In SEMICON SEA 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) – Malaysia has successfully attracted potential investments amounting to RM4.6 billion through its participation in the region’s premier platform for the global electronics and semiconductor industry, SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2025, further proving Malaysia’s appeal in the eyes of international investors.

DPM Fadillah To Visit Uzbekistan, Russia To Bolster Ties And Explore Tie-ups In Energy, High Tech

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) – Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will visit Uzbekistan and Russia beginning this Friday to enhance bilateral economic relations, as well as explore tie-ups in the energy and high technology sectors.

Cut Red Tape, Dismantle Non-Tariff Barriers To Unlock Full Potential Of Sub-Regional Groupings – Economists

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to double down on streamlining regulations and cutting red tape, including harmonising customs procedures, to unlock the full potential of sub-regional groupings.

TNG Digital Rolls Out Digital Payment Tools To Support Micro And Small Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- TNG Digital Sdn Bhd is broadening its support for micro and small enterprises, particularly independent traders operating at markets, food stalls and public spaces, by offering accessible and easy-to-use digital payment tools.

JS-SEZ Key To Johor’s Rise As Regional Innovation And Investment Hub

ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 18 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is emerging as a cornerstone of Johor’s transformation into a next-generation regional powerhouse, with the state offering a compelling value proposition to global investors in artificial intelligence (AI), data centres and high-value industries.

Presence, Investment Of Major Global Companies Ensure Stability Of Nation’s Energy Sector - Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- The presence and investment of major global companies, such as the leading United States oil company ConocoPhillips, are crucial in ensuring the stability and sustainability of the nation’s energy sector, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.