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By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar but strengthened against most major and ASEAN currencies on Monday as investors remained cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) policy meeting, an analyst said.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Monday, weighed down by selling pressure in selected heavyweights, mainly utilities and banking stocks, alongside weaker performances across regional markets.
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.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower today, weighed down by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
By Ahmad Erwan Othman
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- The proposal for a 10 per cent export tax exemption on crude palm oil (CPO) for November is still in the planning stage and requires further discussion before any decision is made, said Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.
SHAH ALAM, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- The country’s insurance and takaful industry continues to increase efforts to promote financial inclusion through the launch of MyCoverageOKU, a digital platform that provides easier access to information for persons with disabilities (PwD).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), CIMB Singapore and the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) have jointly concluded the inaugural Invest Malaysia Day 2026 in Singapore.
By Jailani Hasan
LABUAN, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) has called for closer collaboration among the Labuan Port Authority (LPA), Labuan Corporation, the Royal Malaysian Customs Department and industry stakeholders to strengthen direct shipping services and enhance Labuan’s maritime connectivity.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) wholly owned subsidiary, Petronas CCS Ventures Sdn Bhd (PCCSV), TotalEnergies EP CCS Malaysia and Mitsui & Co Ltd have signed a joint venture agreement (JVA) to develop the CO2 storage areas offshore Peninsular Malaysia, a key component of Malaysia's Southern Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Hub.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Healthier beverage formulations can cost approximately five to 10 per cent more to manufacture, but Orgabio Holdings Bhd sees opportunities in the segment as brand owners explore products that cater to evolving consumer preferences.
By Siti Noor Afera Abu and Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher on Friday as the greenback weakened after equity prices fell amid heightened concern over artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The remaining net financial burden borne by the government in relation to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) is estimated at RM20.1 billion, assuming no further recovery of funds or assets in the future.
