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.

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

Bursa Malaysia Closes Higher On BNM’s OPR Decision, Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher, buoyed by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent, alongside positive cues from Wall Street.

Implementation Of One Per Cent SAF Mandate Deferred To 2030 - Noraini

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) – The implementation of the one per cent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending mandate will be deferred to 2030, said the Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK).

BNM Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent following its final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the year today.

Firms Speed Up Compliance But Confidence Falls - CUBE Survey

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Firms are embedding regulatory change faster than a year ago, but fewer are confident their compliance processes are effective, according to a survey by artificial intelligence (AI)-native regulatory intelligence company CUBE.

MATRADE Warns Businesses Of Fraudsters Impersonating Its Personnel

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has alerted the business community and the public to fraudulent activities by individuals impersonating its personnel via email and WhatsApp.

Skyro Launches First Credit Product In Malaysia, Offers Cash Loans

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Skyro has launched its first credit product in Malaysia, offering eligible consumers a digital way to access short-term financing for everyday financial needs. 

Bursa Malaysia Stays Firm Ahead Of BNM's OPR Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained firm at mid-morning, supported by continued buying across all banking heavyweight counters ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) overnight policy rate (OPR) decision, amid expectations of an interest rate hike.

Minimum Wage, Targeted Assistance Part Of Broader Economic Balancing Act – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's minimum wage policy cannot be viewed in isolation but should be seen as complementing the targeted assistance, subsidy rationalisation and affordable healthcare measures to ensure workers' income gains translate into improved household well-being, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Firmer On Improved Global Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Thursday, tracking Wall Street’s positive overnight performance as improving global sentiment and easing geopolitical concerns lifted investor confidence.