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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia was among Asian markets that recorded net foreign institutional outflows last week, with foreign institutions extending their net selling streak on Bursa Malaysia to four consecutive weeks, amounting to RM270.2 million (US$1=RM4.0790), according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives opened mostly higher today.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index eased in early trade on Monday, tracking losses on Wall Street last Friday amid a sell-off in technology and artificial intelligence-related stocks.
By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani and Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened mostly higher against a basket of major currencies on Monday after Malaysia’s advance estimate of third-quarter 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) growth came in stronger than expected at 5.3 per cent.
By Kenny Teng
BANGKOK, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s diversified economy, resilient export markets and stronger fiscal buffers will help cushion external shocks and support its growth outlook for 2027, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's return to the Formula One (F1) spotlight has renewed interest in the Sepang International Circuit, with Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team keen to race there again and global lighting technology company Signify ready to provide solutions for a potential night race.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Japan’s yuzu, prized for its distinctive fragrance and citrusy tang, is emerging as a potential addition to Malaysia’s halal market, with producers from Kochi Prefecture eyeing new export opportunities.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Alumni bodies have been urged to strengthen their support for schools, with Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan highlighting the tax incentive announced in Budget 2027 for contributions towards such efforts.
By Kenny Teng
BANGKOK, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 will strengthen Malaysia’s position in high-value industries by attracting quality investments, deepening local supply chains and developing skilled talent, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- A total of 202.3 hectares of land have been reclaimed at Silicon Island since reclamation works began in September 2023, through October 2026, marking significant progress in developing Penang's next economic growth hub.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) named E23 Sdn Bhd, Enygma Technologies Sdn Bhd and Recharge Xolutions Sdn Bhd as champions of the Selangor Triple Accelerator Programme 2026, held in conjunction with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Semiconductor Summit (AiSEM@Selangor).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Robotics and autonomous vehicle companies have signed four collaborations with the Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) to set up and run pilot projects in Selangor.
