KLCI Futures Close Higher In Tandem With Cash Market Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today in tandem with the better cash market performance.

Rubber Market Ends Lower Amid Softer Crude Oil Prices

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Wednesday amid softer crude oil prices and a mixed performance in regional rubber futures markets, a dealer said.

Shell Unveils Triple 10 Challenge Concept Car For Next-Gen EVs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Shell has unveiled its Triple 10 Challenge concept car, a ground-breaking proof-of-concept vehicle designed to showcase a new approach to battery electric vehicle (EV) design through advanced thermal management technology.

Hack The Box Expands AI Cyber Readiness Platform 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Hack The Box (HTB), a cybersecurity training and workforce development platform provider, has introduced new capabilities designed to help organisations assess cyber skills, measure team performance and strengthen operational readiness as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the threat landscape.

MIDA-GreatAsic Value Chain Programme Highlights Strategic Semiconductor Collaboration

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) today hosted the MIDA-GreatAsic Value Chain Programme, highlighting a strategic collaboration between GreatAsic Technology Sdn Bhd and Xenith Technology (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd to strengthen Malaysia’s semiconductor design capabilities.

Malaysia FDI Jumps 41.2 Pct To RM65.9 Bln In 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s foreign direct investment (FDI) rose 41.2 per cent to RM65.9 billion in 2025 from RM46.7 billion a year earlier, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM) said.

Ateios Systems Achieves Intertek PFAS-Free Certification For RaiCore Portfolio

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Ateios Systems, a United States (US)-based advanced battery electrode manufacturer, announced that its full RaiCore composite portfolio has been certified per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-Free by Intertek Sustainability.

Ringgit Eases Slightly On Expectations Of Higher US Rates -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit has edged lower this year on expectations that US interest rates will remain elevated, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said, though the currency continues to be underpinned by strong domestic fundamentals.

Malaysia's Onshore FX Market Remains Healthy, Daily Turnover Rises To US$21.3 Bln -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s onshore foreign exchange (FX) market remains healthy, with the average daily FX turnover rising to US$21.3 billion as of June this year, as compared with US$19.8 billion in 2025, according to Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Financial Markets Committee (FMC).

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.

Kumiko Minowa Appointed CCH Tagetik Head Of APAC, Japan

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in information solutions, software and services for professionals, has announced the appointment of Kumiko Minowa as Head of Asia Pacific and Japan for CCH Tagetik.

Japan’s Non-Life Insurance Segment Outlook Remains Stable - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained its stable outlook on Japan’s non-life insurance segment, citing factors including rising interest rates and the introduction of the Japan Insurance Capital Standard (J-ICS).