13d ago
By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to turn bearish next week due to profit-taking activities.
13d ago
By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trend higher next week, amid supply constraints in rubber-producing regions ahead of the monsoon season.
13d ago
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract is expected to trade with a cautious upside bias next week as more attractive valuations could encourage selective bargain hunting amid fragile investor sentiment.
13d ago
By Nor Baizura Basri
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The 2027 Budget provides a fair and equitable share for citizens from all strata of life, despite the government navigating a tough global landscape, as it is fully cognizant of the challenges ordinary people face in their everyday lives.
13d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The government's approach of maintaining fuel subsidies for all segments of society aims to protect the public, including the middle-income group, from global oil price shocks that could drive up the cost of living, Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said.
13d ago
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher today, buoyed by market optimism and sustained buying activity following the Budget 2027 announcement, which provided fresh catalysts for the market.
13d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The fiscal deficit is projected to narrow to 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027, in line with the medium-term consolidation under the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023 (Act 850), the Ministry of Finance (MoF) said.
13d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Power Grid (APG) offers Malaysia a vital opportunity to solidify its position in the regional energy market, leveraging its strategic geographical position, well-developed power infrastructure and experience in cross-border electricity trading.
13d ago
By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Friday, with Standard Malaysian Rubber 20 (SMR 20) rising 9.5 sen to hit 1,061 sen per kilogramme (kg), its highest level since May 9, 2012, a dealer said.
13d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government has worked to rebuild Malaysia's fiscal resilience by bringing down the fiscal deficit from 6.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2021 to 3.6 per cent in 2026, with a further reduction to 3.3 per cent expected through gradual and measured fiscal consolidation.
13d ago
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is projected to expand by a commendable 4.2-5.2 per cent in 2027, from 4.8-5.3 per cent this year, supported by sustained domestic demand, favourable labour market conditions, continued income growth and firm investment activity, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) today.
14d ago
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Friday ahead of the tabling of Budget 2027 today, with investors monitoring measures to support strategic industries and household spending.