Rubber Market To Trade Lower Next Week On Expectations Of Supply Increase

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade lower next week as an increase in supply is expected to weigh on prices. 

KLCI Futures Seen In The 1,710-1,740 Range Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin and Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures are expected to trade on an upward bias within a range between 1,710 and 1,740, said an analyst.

TH's RM10 Bln Loss Could Have Funded B40 Haj Pilgrims For Over 20 Years

By Nor Baizura Basri

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The RM10 billion loss incurred by Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) could have funded haj subsidies for a larger number of muassasah pilgrims -- particularly those from the B40 group -- to perform the pilgrimage over a period of more than 20 years.

Riyadh Air Begins Direct Flights To Kuala Lumpur, Its First Gateway Into Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Riyadh Air has launched direct flights between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur, making the Malaysian capital its first gateway into Southeast Asia.

Malaysia Tourism Sector To Rev up For F1 Bahrain GP

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s tourist arrivals are expected to shift into high gear with the arrival of Formula One (F1) racing fans from all across the globe to attend the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 (Bahrain GP), to be held at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) on Oct 2-4.

GWM Malaysia Delivers Record 3,166 Vehicles In 1H, Up 42.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- GWM Malaysia recorded its highest vehicle deliveries at 3,166 units in the first six months of 2026, up 42.4 per cent year-on-year, securing its position among the top 11 best-selling automotive brands in Malaysia.

Gelam Tree And The Malaysian Economy

By M.Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia's annual Sasana Symposium took on a refreshingly different tone this year, with Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour departing from convention in his central bank address.

CIMB Islamic Bank Named World's Best Islamic Bank At Euromoney Awards 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- CIMB Islamic Bank Bhd was named the World's Best Islamic Bank at the Euromoney Islamic Finance Awards 2026, becoming the first Malaysian bank to receive the prestigious global accolade since its inception.

CAAM Gears Up For F1's Return

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has called on all relevant stakeholders, including airport operators, airlines, ground handlers and relevant government agencies, to work closely to ensure the smooth handling of the Formula 1 (F1) Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

F1’s Return A Golden Opportunity To Rebuild Malaysia's Motorsports Ecosystem

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Formula One's (F1) return to the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) presents Malaysia with a golden opportunity to rebuild its motorsport ecosystem, according to Malaysia’s former F1 driver Alex Yoong.

Univar Solutions Acquires Interpur Chemicals To Expand EMEA Reach

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Univar Solutions LLC (Univar Solutions) has acquired Interpur Chemicals, a distributor of polyurethanes and powder coatings in Europe, expanding its Performance Materials business and regional capabilities across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

F1’s Return To Sepang: A Test Of Malaysia’s Pride And Preparedness

By Datuk Yong Soo Heong

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The announcement that Formula One (F1) will return to the Sepang International Circuit from Oct 2 to 4 fills me with immense pride — both as a Malaysian and as a lifelong motor racing fan.