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Ringgit Eases Against US Dollar Amid Rising West Asia Tensions

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar on Monday, as growing uncertainties surrounding the West Asia conflict and expectations of a potential United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate hike fuelled demand for the greenback.

Rubber Market Ends Higher Amid Gains In Regional Futures

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, with both SMR 20 and latex-in-bulk climbing to fresh 2026 highs.

Anwar's Turkmenistan Visit, Petronas' New Agreements A Boon To Malaysian Companies' Credibility

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Turkmenistan, which saw Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) cement new agreements after a 30-year presence in the country, should be viewed as more than a diplomatic mission, economists said.

Alpha Story Launches AI-Powered Marcomms Solution For Indonesia's MSMEs

JAKARTA, June 22 (Bernama) -- Singapore-based Alpha Story has launched a marketing communications (marcomms) solution in Indonesia targeting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), as it seeks to make professional communications services more accessible to smaller businesses.

AI Boom, Strong Energy Demand Drive Malaysia's Trade Growth In Jan-May 2026 - Matrade

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Strong global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and energy products continued to support Malaysia's trade growth in the first five months of 2026, according to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Malaysia-Bangladesh FTA Targeted For Conclusion In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia-Bangladesh Free Trade Agreement (MBFTA) is targeted to be concluded in 2027 as a mutually beneficial, comprehensive and forward-looking agreement that reflects current global trading practices.

Sime Darby Property's New Economy Venture Launches RM2.6 Bln Sukuk Programme

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Property Bhd’s second real estate development fund, New Economy Venture (NEV), has launched a sukuk wakalah programme of up to RM2.6 billion in nominal value via its subsidiary, Sime Darby Property NEV (Holdings) Sdn Bhd

Malaysia To Continue Strengthening Energy Cooperation With Strategic Partners - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to strengthen energy cooperation with strategic partners such as Russia and Turkmenistan while ensuring Malaysian companies remain compliant with international obligations and aware of sanctions-related risks, Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said.

AirAsia X Open To Exploring Flight Opportunities In Turkmenistan, Russia

SEPANG, June 22 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd is open to exploring flight services to Turkmenistan and Russia should market opportunities and operational requirements prove viable, said its group chief executive officer Bo Lingam. 

AirAsia X Reviewing Fares Weekly, Signals More Price Cuts As Fuel Costs Fall

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd expects to gradually lower airfares following the recent decline in jet fuel prices, while restoring capacity that had been reduced during the surge in fuel prices caused by the conflict in West Asia. 

RM319.8 Mln Net Inflows From Technology, Industrial, Financial Sectors - MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Technology, industrial products and services, as well as financial services sectors, have attracted a combined net inflow of RM319.8 million last week, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Ringgit Eases Vs Greenback, Mostly Up Against Other Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar on Monday, but strengthened against other major currencies amid cautious trading as market players closely watched West Asia geopolitical tensions unfolding.