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Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar, Major Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and other major currencies on Tuesday as Malaysia’s resilient economic fundamentals continued to support the local note amid lingering geopolitical risks in West Asia, an analyst said.

STR, SARA To Help Households Cope With Rising Living Costs, A Short-Term Assistance

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) assistance programmes must remain short-term measures rather than permanent features, as they are designed to help households cope with rising living costs and maintain their purchasing power, an economist said.

Lufthansa Resumes Kuala Lumpur-Frankfurt Direct Flight Service

SEPANG, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Lufthansa Airlines today launched its nonstop service between Kuala Lumpur and Frankfurt, Germany, restoring a direct air link between the two cities after nearly a decade.

BNM, ISDB Discuss Future Collaboration On Islamic Finance, Sustainable Development

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour has met with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) group chairman Dr Muhammad Al Jasser to discuss ongoing and future collaboration between the two parties.

KL Rubber Market Closes Mixed Amid Lower Oil Prices, Supply Disruptions

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed mixed today amid declining oil prices and supply disruptions in major rubber-producing countries, a dealer said.

KL Rubber Market Closes Mixed Amid Lower Oil Prices, Supply Disruptions

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed mixed on Thursday amid declining oil prices and supply disruptions in major rubber-producing countries, a dealer said.

New Financial Sector Blueprint Eyes Bigger Role For Islamic Finance In Malaysia’s Economic Transformation -- BNM Governor

By M.Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) wants Islamic financial institutions to play a greater role in financing the country's next phase of economic transformation, an aspiration that would be reflected in the financial sector blueprint planned in 2027.

Sibu SEZ: Better Air Links, High-Tech Infrastructure Key To Attracting Investors

SIBU, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Improved air connectivity and high-tech infrastructure must be prioritised under the proposed Sibu Economic Zone (SEZ) to attract investment, skilled talent and high-value industries to central Sarawak, says local entrepreneur Dr Gregory Hii Sui Cheng.

Brent Crude Oil Rises To US$117 Per Barrel On Intensifying Houthi Attacks, Shipping Disruptions

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Brent crude oil prices have risen to US$117 (US$1=RM4.08) per barrel, driven by intensifying Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure and slower flows through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Rystad Energy.

Pahang Export Day Showcases 70 Entrepreneurs, MSME Companies - MATRADE

KUANTAN, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The second edition of Pahang Export Day 2026 today brought together nearly 70 entrepreneurs and companies -- specifically micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) -- from various industrial sectors in the state. 

Govt To Implement NDI Approach In 2027 For Aid Eligibility Assessment

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) –- The government will implement the Net Disposable Income (NDI) approach in 2027 to ensure that the assessment of eligibility for aid takes into account demographic factors and liabilities, in addition to income.

EXIM Bank Strengthens Malaysian Businesses' Capacity Through RM1 Bln Strategic Initiatives Under Budget 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Bhd (EXIM Bank) will strengthen Malaysian businesses’ capacity to compete internationally and adopt sustainable practices through over RM1 billion in strategic initiatives mandated by the government under Budget 2027.