Bioeconomy Corp, South Korea's K-Eco Sign MoU To Advance Sustainable Bioenergy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation (Bioeconomy Corp) and South Korea’s Korea Environment Corporation (K-Eco) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in biogas development and carbon neutrality initiatives.

Global Supply Crisis: Selangor's Financial Position Still Healthy -- Amirudin

SHAH ALAM, June 15 (Bernama) -- Selangor's financial position is still at a healthy level despite the global economic uncertainties following the supply crisis and fluctuations in world markets.

Fee For Interbank ATM Cash Withdrawals To Be Waived From July 1, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Customers of all banks in Malaysia can withdraw cash at any bank’s automated teller machine (ATM) or smart recycler machine (SRM) without paying the RM1 fee starting July 1, 2026.

Malaysian Banks’ Profitability Eases In 1Q 2026 -- RAM Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysian banks’ first quarter 2026 (1Q 2026) financial performance softened slightly, weighed down by higher provisions even as loan growth gathered pace, said RAM Rating Services Bhd.

Kerjaya Prospek Secures RM529.3 Mln Contract For Bukit Tunku Development

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has secured a RM529.3 million contract from BRDB Developments Sdn Bhd to undertake a development project in Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur.

Penang Achieves 81 Pct Progress Towards Women Entrepreneurship Target

GEORGE TOWN, June 15 (Bernama) -- Penang has achieved 81 per cent progress towards its target of increasing women’s participation in entrepreneurship under the Penang2030 vision, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.

Bioeconomy Corp, South Korea's K-Eco Sign MoU To Advance Sustainable Bioenergy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation (Bioeconomy Corp) and South Korea’s Korea Environment Corporation (K-Eco) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in biogas development and carbon neutrality initiatives.

CIDB Appoints Ahmad Farrin As New Chief Executive

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has appointed Ahmad Farrin Mokhtar as its new chief executive effective June 8, succeeding Zainora Zainal who retired on Jan 15.

Malaysia Weathers 100 Days Of Global Energy Crisis, Supplies Remain Stable

PUTRAJAYA, June 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains in a relatively strong position with sufficient supplies of fuel, food and essential medicines, thanks to early intervention and coordinated crisis management efforts, says Prime Minister's Economic Adviser Nurhisham Hussein.

Selangor's Northern Corridor Has Potential To Become State's Future Economic Hub

SHAH ALAM, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Government's focus on developing the northern corridor, which includes Hulu Selangor and Kuala Selangor, has the potential to transform the area into a new economic hub for the state.

Higher BI-Rate, Fuel Price Hike Test Indonesia's Economic Balancing Act

By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

JAKARTA, June 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia's decision to raise the BI-Rate and increase non-subsidised fuel prices within days highlights the government's effort to support the rupiah and ease fiscal pressures, although the measures are expected to add pressure on households and businesses, analysts say.

Rubber Market Likely Volatile, Mild Downtrend Next Week - Analyst

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is anticipated to remain volatile next week, displaying a slight downward trend due to ongoing global uncertainties, said industry expert Denis Low.