Global Reliance On Imported Energy To Peak By 2034

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Global reliance on imported energy is projected to peak by 2034 as energy security concerns accelerate the shift towards electrification, amid growing disruption to global fuel supplies, according to Rystad Energy. 

Global Fuel Price Surge Pushes Up Electricity Generation Costs – DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The surge in global fuel prices following geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly security disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, has caused gas and coal costs in the second and third quarters of 2026 to rise well above baseline prices.

Global Economy To Decelerate To 3.1 Pct In 2026 Before Recovering To 3.4 Pct In 2027 - IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Global growth is projected to decelerate to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from 3.5 per cent in 2025 before recovering to 3.4 per cent in 2027, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).  

Need Systematic Approach To Identify Inputs, Risk, Intervention - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) – A more systematic approach is required to identify critical inputs, monitor concentrated supply risks and coordinate early intervention in mitigating adverse impact resulting from geopolitical uncertainties, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).  

Malaysia Must Strengthen Regional Cooperation To Ensure Stable Energy Supply -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has highlighted the need to strengthen regional cooperation to ensure a stable and affordable energy supply, alongside efforts to accelerate the transition to low-carbon energy. 

Ringgit Opens Mostly Higher Against Major Currencies, Lower Vs US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened mostly higher against major currencies but slightly lower against the US dollar, with geopolitical uncertainties supporting demand for the greenback.

MGS Yields Seen Stable, Rangebound Ahead Of Key Data Next Week - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects Malaysian Government Securities (MGS) yields to remain broadly stable and range-bound ahead of key economic data releases next week, while easing geopolitical tensions could support market sentiment.

Extensive Rail Networks, Higher Renewable Capacity Can Cushion Malaysia Against Oil Shocks -- Tengku Muhammad Fa-iz Petra

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Building comprehensive rail networks and increasing utility-scale renewable capacity could be a long-term solution to reduce Malaysia’s exposure to external energy shocks, according to Dr Tengku Muhammad Fa-Iz Petra ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail Petra.

Rubber Market Extends Gains For Third Straight Day

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market extended gains for a third consecutive day on Wednesday, supported by firmer regional rubber futures, optimism over US-China and US-Iran talks, and tighter supply due to adverse weather, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower As Investors Take Profits Amid US-Iran Talks

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Wednesday as investors took profits in selected heavyweights, paring recent gains amid ongoing United States-Iran talks.

CPO Futures Extend Losses Amid Weaker Crude Oil Prices

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended losses to close lower on Tuesday, as lower crude oil prices weighed down market sentiment.

Ringgit Closes Slightly Higher Against US Dollar Amid Cautious Sentiment

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22  (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, trading within a narrow range as investors remained cautious ahead of key geopolitical developments this week.