By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- A potential 25-basis-point hike in the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to 3.0 per cent is expected in the first quarter of 2027 (1Q 2027) amid resilient economic growth and Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) hawkish tone on inflation, said market observers.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Negotiations for the Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA) are still ongoing, with the Intellectual Property Chapter still under negotiation, although several other chapters have been successfully concluded.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026 reinforces Malaysia’s position as a global halal trade hub, bringing businesses and industry stakeholders together to foster meaningful connections and support the industry's continued growth.
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today due to weaker soybean oil futures on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).
By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
PETALING JAYA, Nov 5 (Bernama) – With digital scams posing an increasing threat to online users, CelcomDigi Bhd has flagged 260 million suspected scam calls and blocked 22 million short message service (SMS) messages monthly to strengthen customer protection.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, in line with the firmer cash market performance.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher for the third consecutive day on Thursday, as improved risk appetite supported market sentiment.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar and other major currencies on Thursday, closing firmer following Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.
IPOH, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) recorded realised investments amounting to RM4.6 billion in Perak from January to September this year, creating 3,867 new job opportunities.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Lotte Chemical Titan Holding Bhd’s net loss widened to RM245.49 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2026 (3Q 2026) compared with RM168.83 million in 3Q 2025.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysian brands including MR DIY, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and ZUS Coffee were named “Brand of the Year” at the 2026–2027 World Branding Awards, with MR DIY and Watsons also winning in the Regional Tier.
