Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher, Extends Gains On Bargain Hunting

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended gains at Thursday’s open, supported by bargain hunting in utilities and telecommunications stocks.

Petronas Drives New Momentum In Strengthening Malaysia-Turkmenistan Ties Through Strategic Cooperation

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) expanding role in Turkmenistan has emerged as a key pillar of renewed Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations, following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent official visit to the Central Asian nation, with the national oil and gas company’s long-standing presence continuing to open new avenues for energy cooperation, economic growth and broader bilateral collaboration.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Decline Amid Persistent Uncertainties

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) --  Bursa Malaysia extended its losses on Tuesday as investors remained on the sidelines amid persistent uncertainties and the absence of significant market catalysts, an analyst said.

Iran Open To Oil Supply Talks With Malaysia As Waiver Takes Effect -- Envoy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) – The 60-day waiver on the sale of Iranian crude oil in the global market has opened the door for Iran and Malaysia to further strengthen economic cooperation, particularly in the energy sector.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Lower On Profit-taking

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower on continued profit-taking led by industrial products, property, healthcare, and telecommunications stocks. 

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Mild Bargain Hunting

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened marginally higher on Tuesday on mild bargain hunting despite a mixed session on Wall Street, an analyst said. 

Anwar's Turkmenistan Visit, Petronas' New Agreements A Boon To Malaysian Companies' Credibility

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Turkmenistan, which saw Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) cement new agreements after a 30-year presence in the country, should be viewed as more than a diplomatic mission, economists said.

Malaysia-Bangladesh FTA Targeted For Conclusion In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia-Bangladesh Free Trade Agreement (MBFTA) is targeted to be concluded in 2027 as a mutually beneficial, comprehensive and forward-looking agreement that reflects current global trading practices.

Malaysia To Continue Strengthening Energy Cooperation With Strategic Partners - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to strengthen energy cooperation with strategic partners such as Russia and Turkmenistan while ensuring Malaysian companies remain compliant with international obligations and aware of sanctions-related risks, Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday on Monday due to a lack of buying interest as investors remain cautious on the United States-Iran peace talks.

Malaysia, Bangladesh Eye Fast-track FTA, Collaboration In Energy And Halal Industry

PUTRAJAYA, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Bangladesh have agreed to strengthen bilateral economic relations through a fast-track free trade agreement (FTA) and enhanced cooperation in key growth sectors, including energy and the halal industry.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Cautious Tone

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Monday on a cautious tone after a flat performance last Friday, amid Wall Street and Hong Kong market closures due to public holidays.