Orgabio Sees Healthier Beverage Opportunities Despite Higher Formulation Costs

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Healthier beverage formulations can cost approximately five to 10 per cent more to manufacture, but Orgabio Holdings Bhd sees opportunities in the segment as brand owners explore products that cater to evolving consumer preferences.

Economy Ministry Seeks Industry Input On Malaysia’s Energy Transition

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy has called on industry players to submit policy recommendations on energy storage, the hydrogen economy and smart grid deployment to advance Malaysia’s energy transition.

Ringgit Opens Higher As AI Investment Concerns Weigh On Greenback

By Siti Noor Afera Abu and Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher on Friday as the greenback weakened after equity prices fell amid heightened concern over artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments.

EPF Contribution Rate For Foreign Workers Relatively Low, Says MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The two per cent Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contribution rate payable by employers for non-Malaysian workers is relatively low, the Finance Ministry (MOF) said.

Zetrix AI Confirms No Payment Default Has Occurred Amid Potential Sukuk Covenant Breach

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama)-- Zetrix AI Bhd has confirmed that no payment default has occurred as of today's announcement, amid a potential covenant breach under its sukuk wakalah programme valued at up to RM2 billion.

CPO Futures End Higher On Firmer Soybean Oil Futures, Export Outlook

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, tracking firmer soybean oil futures on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT), while stronger palm oil export estimates lent further support to market sentiment.

Transport Sector Must Prioritise Growth, Environmental Sustainability - Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The future of transport must support long-term economic growth while responding responsibly to environmental challenges, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT). 

Malaysia Retains Top Spot In Global Islamic Finance Development Rankings For 14th Consecutive Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has retained its position as the world's most developed Islamic finance market in the 2026 Islamic Finance Development Indicator (IFDI) report for the 14th consecutive year, amid nine per cent growth in the global Islamic finance market to US$6.5 trillion (US$1 = RM4.07).

Exsim Hospitality Bags RM13.49 Mln Carpentry Subcontract

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Exsim Hospitality Bhd has secured a RM13.49 million subcontract from Binastra Builders Sdn Bhd to supply, fabricate, deliver and install carpentry works.

Gold Futures End Lower, In Line With US COMEX Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Thursday, tracking losses on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

Repayment Deferments Extended To Nepal-China Flood Victims, Says BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Repayment deferments have since been extended to victims affected by the recent floods along the Nepal-China border, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) said.

Harbour-Link Unit To Acquire Two Container Vessels For RM56.68 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Harbour-Link Group Bhd’s 85 per cent-owned subsidiary Harbour-Link Lines Sdn Bhd has entered into two separate sale and purchase agreements with Sapor Shipbuilding Industries Sdn Bhd to acquire two vessels worth RM56.68 million.