JETCO Network Of Over 200 Singapore Stakeholders To Boost Johor Investment

By Hasnah Jusid

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 6 (Bernama) – The Johor Economic, Tourism and Cultural Office (JETCO) has established a strategic network of at least 200 stakeholders in Singapore as part of efforts to strengthen investment, trade and business ties between Johor and the republic.

BNM Likely To Raise OPR By 25 Basis Points In 2027 - Analysts

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- A potential 25-basis-point hike in the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to 3.0 per cent is expected in the first quarter of 2027 (1Q 2027) amid resilient economic growth and Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) hawkish tone on inflation, said market observers. 

MITI: MEUFTA Intellectual Property Chapter Still Under Negotiation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Negotiations for the Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA) are still ongoing, with the Intellectual Property Chapter still under negotiation, although several other chapters have been successfully concluded.

MIHAS 2026 Reinforces Malaysia's Global Halal Trade Hub Status, Fosters Industry Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026 reinforces Malaysia’s position as a global halal trade hub, bringing businesses and industry stakeholders together to foster meaningful connections and support the industry's continued growth.

CPO Futures End Lower On Weaker CBOT Soybean Oil, High Stock Concerns

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today due to weaker soybean oil futures on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).

CelcomDigi Flags 260 Million Scam Calls, Advances ESG Roadmap

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

PETALING JAYA, Nov 5 (Bernama) – With digital scams posing an increasing threat to online users, CelcomDigi Bhd has flagged 260 million suspected scam calls and blocked 22 million short message service (SMS) messages monthly to strengthen customer protection.

KLCI Futures Close Higher In Line With Firmer Cash Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Thursday, in line with the firmer cash market performance. 

Gold Futures Closes Higher For Third Straight Day On Firmer Market Sentiment

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher for the third consecutive day on Thursday, as improved risk appetite supported market sentiment.

Ringgit Extends Gains At Close After BNM Decision To Hold OPR At 2.75 Pct

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar and other major currencies on Thursday, closing firmer following Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.

NCER Realises RM4.6 Bln Investments In Perak, Creates 3,867 Job Opportunities

IPOH, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) recorded realised investments amounting to RM4.6 billion in Perak from January to September this year, creating 3,867 new job opportunities.

Evolving Cyber Threats Test Financial Resilience, Underscore Need For Local Talent

Lotte Chemical Titan Net Loss Widens To RM245.49 Mln In 3Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Lotte Chemical Titan Holding Bhd’s net loss widened to RM245.49 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2026 (3Q 2026) compared with RM168.83 million in 3Q 2025.