RHB IB Projects Malaysia's 2026 GDP Growth At 4.7 Pct 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow 4.7 per cent in 2026, with a modest upside bias, supported by stronger-than-expected export performance, resilient domestic demand and easing external risks, according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

Enest IPO Oversubscribed 1.94 Times Ahead Of ACE Market Listing

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Enest Group Bhd's initial public offering (IPO) has been oversubscribed by 1.94 times, ahead of its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Ringgit Ends Lower As Investors Return To US Dollar

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Monday as investors returned to the greenback following its recent pullback after a weaker-than-expected US June employment report.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher Lifted By Banking, Plantation Stocks

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher on Monday, supported by renewed buying interest in banking and plantation counters.

Helical Fusion, Hazama Ando Partner On Fusion Pilot Plant

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd (Helical Fusion) and Hazama Ando Corporation (Hazama Ando) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the future construction of Helix KANATA, Helical Fusion’s fusion pilot plant targeted for the 2030s.

Rubber Market Closes Mixed, Supported By Regional Futures Gains

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed mixed on Monday, supported by gains in regional rubber futures markets and expectations of a new tyre plant in Selangor.

First Interim Profit Distribution Of RM126.9 Mln To Benefit 72,000 FELCRA Participants

MARAN, July 6 (Bernama) --  Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced FELCRA Bhd’s first interim distributable profit for 2026, amounting to RM126.9 million.

Melaka Inland Port To Drive Economic Growth, Strengthens Logistics Sector

ALOR GAJAH, July 6 (Bernama) -- The RM300 million Melaka Inland Port (MIP) project is expected to be a catalyst for the state’s economic growth by bolstering the logistics and trade sectors and supporting the state government’s aspiration to reach RM10 billion in investments by 2030.

AscentHR Expands Regional Payroll Capabilities With OS HRS Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- AscentHR, a human resources (HR) technology, payroll, compliance, and workforce solutions provider, has acquired OS HRS to expand its regional payroll capabilities across countries, enhancing support for multinational enterprises across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and the Middle East.

Tax Exemption To TARC Education Foundation Subject To Compliance With Conditions -- MOF

PUTRAJAYA, July 6 (Bernama) -- The tax exemption granted to the TARC Education Foundation is subject to compliance with the conditions stipulated under tax laws, the Finance Ministry (MOF) said.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Gains At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its gains at midday, with financial services, healthcare and transportation stocks leading the gains among heavyweights.

JCAI Advises On Messer’s Acquisition Of WKS Group

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) -- Japan Corporate Advisory Institute Ltd (JCAI), a Tokyo-headquartered cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory firm, has advised on the acquisition of WKS Group by Messer.