KTC To Invest RM30 Mln In Gardenia Plant In Sarawak, Create 500 Jobs

KUCHING, July 13 (Bernama) -- Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (KTC) plans to invest RM30 million in a Gardenia bread manufacturing plant in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, creating 500 jobs for local graduates and skilled workers.

PRG Appoints Steven Kang As Group MD, Executive Director

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- PRG Holdings Bhd has appointed Steven Kang Boon Lian as its new group managing director and executive director effective today, replacing Andrew Chan Lim-Fai. 

Govt To Study Proposals From Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The National Economic Action Council (NEAC) has taken note of several proposals submitted by the Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA) and has decided that the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the Economy Ministry should examine them.

Malaysia, South Korea Launch AI Academy To Train Digital Talent

SHAH ALAM, July 13 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Digital today launched the Korea-ASEAN Digital Academy (KADA), a joint initiative with the Republic of Korea to develop industry-ready artificial intelligence (AI) and digital professionals in Malaysia.

ASSAR Declares 6.5 Sen Per Unit Dividend For FY2026

KUCHING, July 13 (Bernama) -- Amanah Saham Sarawak (ASSAR) today announced a dividend distribution of 6.5 sen per unit for the financial year ended June 30, 2026 (FY2026).

Gold Futures Close Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday, mirroring the decline in US COMEX gold prices.

Ringgit Closes Higher Against Major, Regional Currencies

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against major and regional currencies, including the US dollar, on Monday amid continued geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia.

KLCI Futures Close Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday.

Plantation, Commodity Stocks Lift Bursa Malaysia Higher At Close

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher on Monday as gains in plantation and commodity-related counters offset the cautious regional sentiment.

Kuala Lumpur Rubber Ends Higher On China Demand, Oil Price Surge

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Monday, supported by stronger physical demand from China and higher crude oil prices, despite mixed regional rubber futures, a dealer said.

Indonesia's B50 Mandate Opens Growth Opportunities For Malaysian Palm Oil - MPOC

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The recent launch of Indonesia's nationwide rollout of the B50 biodiesel mandate presents an opportunity for Malaysia to strengthen its existing palm oil markets while expanding its market share in selected destinations.

Hong Kong Secures LEAP East As Exclusive Asian Host Until 2029

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has partnered with LEAP East’s organiser to secure Hong Kong as the exclusive Asian host city for LEAP East from 2027 to 2029.