RHB IB Maintains 'neutral' Recommendation On The Automotive Sector

KUALA LUMPUR 18 April (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has maintained a 'neutral' recommendation for the automotive and automotive components sector.

Malaysia Ties Up With China’s NDRC To Strengthen AI, Digital Economy

PUTRAJAYA, April 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and China have agreed to promote and develop the digital economies of both countries while also strengthening cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) technology.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against Greenback Amid Trade War, Tariff Uncertainties

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar today, supported by a weaker greenback amid uncertainties surrounding the trade war and tariff tensions, said an analyst.

Affin Shareholders Approve All AGM Resolutions, Proposes Bonus Issue Amid Strong FY2024 Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Shareholders of Affin Group approved all ten resolutions tabled at the bank’s 49th Annual General Meeting (AGM) today.

Malaysia's Natural Rubber Production Rises 18.7 Pct To 36,005 Tonnes In February 2025 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's natural rubber (NR) production rose by 18.7 per cent to 36,005 tonnes in February 2025, up from 30,342 tonnes in January 2025, according to the Department of Statistics, Malaysia (DOSM).

Ringgit Remains Resilient Despite Uncertainties Due To US Tariffs - BNM

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad and Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Uncertainties in the foreign exchange market will continue to prevail until there is greater clarity on policy direction, particularly regarding the tariff lengths, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. 

Malaysia’s Strategic Response To The Tariff Shock: From Disruption To Institutional Reinvention

By CW Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- When President Donald Trump announced a 24 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia on April 2, 2025, it triggered concern across Southeast Asia. But in Kuala Lumpur, the initial turbulence gave way to a clearer recognition — this was not an unforeseen storm.

Ringgit To Remain Defensive Against US Dollar At 4.42-4.45 -- Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain defensive versus the US dollar, trading at a range of 4.42-4.45, barring surprises, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB). 

Trump’s Latest Tariffs To Weigh On Regional Markets, Malaysia’s E&E Exports

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The global financial markets and regional export-reliant economies including Malaysia are bracing for increased volatility following US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff rollout effective April 5 and April 9, 2025.

MIDA Introduces Investor Pass To Boost Foreign Investments

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) will launch the Investor Pass, which takes effect on April 1, to enhance Malaysia’s investment appeal.

Agrobank Disburses Record Financing Of RM10.44 Bln In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Agrobank recorded its highest financing disbursement of RM10.44 billion and achieved outstanding performance across all sectors in 2024.

Axiata, Sinar Mas Get Shareholders Nod On XLSMART Merger

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd and Sinar Mas announced that shareholders of PT XL Axiata Tbk, PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk, and PT Smart Telcom (SmartTel) have formally approved the merger of the three companies into XLSMART.