AirBorneo Targets October Launch of Kuching-Jakarta Flights

By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

JAKARTA, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Sarawak-owned AirBorneo Airways plans to launch direct flights between Kuching and Jakarta this month as its second international route, seeking to tap an existing market of about 100,000 passengers annually with its full-service offering.

FBM KLCI Futures Open Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives opened lower today.

Malaysia Steps Up Efforts To Achieve US$30 Billion Trade Target With Thailand

By Kenny Teng Khoon Hock

BANGKOK, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is stepping up efforts to achieve its US$30 billion bilateral trade target with Thailand in 2027 through improved border infrastructure, cross-border financing and trade facilitation measures under Budget 2027, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

CPO Futures Close Mostly Lower On Weaker CBOT Soybean Oil

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly lower on Thursday, weighed down by weaker soybean oil on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).

IMF Forecasts Malaysia GDP Growth At 5.2 Pct In 2026, Moderating To 4.7 Pct In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 5.2 per cent in 2026 and 4.7 per cent in 2027, amid regional economic uncertainty, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Gold Futures End Higher, Tracking COMEX Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, tracking gains on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

SAIC Motor Malaysia To Launch Locally Assembled MG ZS SUV This Month From RM105,000

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- SAIC Motor Malaysia Sdn Bhd plans to introduce the locally assembled MG ZS sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Malaysia by the end of October, with two variants available: the MG ZS 1.5 Turbo and MG ZS Hybrid+.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Stronger Export Demand, Energy Prices

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended their gains to close higher for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, supported by stronger October export demand.

Gold Futures End Lower, Tracking COMEX Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Wednesday, tracking losses on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

Selangor Attracts Over RM3 Bln In Potential Investment From Four Foreign Investors

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Selangor has attracted potential investment exceeding RM3 billion from four foreign investors through Letters of Intent (LOIs) facilitated by UOB Malaysia to Invest Selangor, reflecting the investors' strong interest in exploring business and growth opportunities in the state.

KL Rubber Market Ends Mixed On Thai Supply Outlook

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Wednesday, tracking weaker regional rubber futures as expectations of increased raw material supply from Thailand during its peak production season weighed on sentiment.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Firmer Soybean Oil Prices

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Tuesday, supported by firmer soybean oil on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).