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Economy

Mary Kay Reaffirms Global Women Empowerment Commitment

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Mary Kay Inc has reaffirmed its commitment to enriching women’s lives worldwide through its signature Pink Changing Lives Program, a global initiative that combines purpose-driven giving with cause marketing to create meaningful and measurable impact across communities.

GLICs Channel About RM7.15 Bln For ‘Made By Malaysia’ Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The Government-linked investment companies (GLICs) deployed RM7.158 billion in patient capital to build the industries behind a 'Made by Malaysia' economy, where domestic enterprises own the higher rungs of global production rather than simply assembling products at its base.

GEAR-uP Set To Deliver Greater Impact To Rakyat In 2026, 2027 -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia can expect to see the benefits of the Government-Linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP) materialise as the deployment of the RM120 billion in committed funds accelerates, with a significant amount of work already underway for 2026 and 2027.

GLCs, GLICcs Drive Bumiputera Growth Through RM49 Bln Procurement, Wealth Initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) have together backed up Bumiputera firms through procurement, growth capital, public listings and capability-building initiatives under the Government-Linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP) agenda.

GLICs Deploy RM20.3 Bln Under GEAR-uP In 2025, Uplifting Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The Government-Linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP), which is entering its third year, saw government-linked investment companies (GLICs) allocating and deploying RM 20.3 billion domestically. 

BNM’s International Reserves Rise To US$132.1 Bln As At July 31

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) international reserves rose to US$132.1 billion as at July 31, 2026, from US$131.8 billion as at July 15, 2026.

Capital Market To Drive Next Phase Of Semiconductor Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's capital market has an important role to play in supporting the nation's next phase of semiconductor growth as the country positions itself to capture opportunities arising from the reorganisation of global semiconductor supply chains.

Labuan Corporation Opens Up Five Strategic Assets For Leasing, Development

LABUAN, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The 18-hole Labuan International Golf Club (LIGC), which has hosted Professional Golf of Malaysia (PGM) championships co-sanctioned by the Asian Development Tour (ADT), is among five strategic assets being offered by Labuan Corporation for lease and development.

Mongolian Mining Expects First Half 2026 Profit After Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Mongolian Mining Corporation is expected to record a consolidated net profit of between approximately US$100.0 million and US$110.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared with a consolidated net loss of US$19.9 million reported for the same period in 2025. (US$1=RM4.08)

Fortegra Receives Ratings Upgrade From AM Best, KBRA Following Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The Fortegra Group Inc (Fortegra), a global speciality insurer and part of DB Insurance Co Ltd, has received ratings upgrades from AM Best and KBRA following its acquisition by the South Korean insurer.

Emergine Introduces AI Search Visibility Platform In Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Emergine has made its global debut at the What'sNEXT 2026 conference in Singapore, marking the international launch of its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search visibility platform.

Theta Edge Shares Surge 10.56 Pct In Morning Trade On RM3.03 Bln LRT Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Theta Edge Bhd's share price surged 10.56 per cent on Friday morning after its joint venture (JV) with Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) (the MRCB-Theta Edge JV) won a RM3.03 billion contract for the construction of the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT).