SAMENTA Unveils New Council, Sets AI, Policy Reform Agenda For SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA) has unveiled its national council for the 2026-2029 term, outlining priorities that include adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and policy reforms to strengthen small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Local Institutions Extends 11-week Consecutive Net Buying Streak - MBSB Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Local institutions extended 11 weeks of consecutive net buying on Bursa Malaysia, recording net inflows of RM191.6 million last week. 

KLCI Futures Open Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract opened lower on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives on Monday, tracking losses in the underlying cash market.

World Cup Fever May Inject Up To RM2.1 Bln Into Malaysia’s F&B Sector, Economist Says

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 (Bernama) -- Football fever during the FIFA World Cup 2026 could inject between RM1.2 billion and RM2.1 billion into Malaysia's food and beverage (F&B) industry as fans flock to “mamak” outlets, cafes, and restaurants to catch live matches, according to an economist.

Bank Muamalat Launches New Islamic Finance Initiatives, Empowers Women’s Well-Being, Legacy Planning

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Muamalat) launched its new M-Zahra Takaful MyLadies and a Digital Faraid Calculator initiatives today, in conjunction with the Terengganu Financial Literacy Carnival 2026.

Malaysia, Switzerland Conclude Second Round Of Double Taxation Agreement Talks

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's Ministry of Finance (MOF) and Switzerland's State Secretariat for International Finance have successfully concluded the second round of renegotiations of the Agreement for the Elimination of Double Taxation with Respect to Taxes on Income between the two countries.

CPO Futures To Trade With Bearish Bias Next Week On Weaker Crude Oil, Ample Stocks

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade with a bearish bias next week, pressured by weaker crude oil prices and ample palm oil stocks.

Rubber Market Seen Lower Next Week On Improving Supply, Lower Oil Prices

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade lower next week, weighed down by lower crude oil prices and improving supply conditions, according to industry expert Denis Low.

Gold Futures Expected To Trade Range-bound With Upward Bias Next Week

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade range-bound with a slight upward bias next week ahead of key economic data releases.

KLCI Futures Likely To Trade Within 1,660-1,690 Range Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) is expected to trade within the 1,660-1,690 range next week, with volatility likely to persist as investors monitor developments in the global technology sector, geopolitical events and foreign fund flows, an analyst said.

CPO Futures Rebound, Snap Three-day Losing Streak On Stronger Export Outlook

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives snapped a three-day losing streak to close mostly higher on Friday, supported by stronger export estimates that offset pressure from weaker crude oil prices.

KLIMS 2026 Receives 205,440 Visitors, Generates Strong Commercial Interest

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2026 (KLIMS 2026) has received 205,440 visitors and generated strong commercial interest among participating exhibitors, reflecting positive consumer engagement throughout its 10-day run.