
EPF earns RM102 mln from MAHB share sales in 2023 - Amir Hamzah
Amir Hamzah says MAHB shares outperformed the KL Composite Index by 11.47 per cent in 2023, a key factor in the share sale strategy.
Thu Feb 20 2025

MAHB board resigns effective on date of Bursa delisting
Nungsari says the group held its final board meeting as a Bursa-listed firm, ending its 25-year journey as a public-listed entity.
Tue Feb 18 2025

Bursa Malaysia opens lower as hot US inflation reading weighs
The market barometer opened 1.07 points lower at 1,601.98 compared to yesterday's close of 1,603.05.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Bursa ends winning streak amid US data, tariff concerns
The FBM KLCI declines 6.43 points to 1,584.48, triggered by Wall Streets sell-off on Friday.
Mon Feb 10 2025

Bursa Malaysia opens higher on bargain hunting after US delays tariffs
The benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI increased 4.75 points to 1,558.38 against Monday's close of 1,553.63.
Tue Feb 04 2025

Astro ranks top 1% of media companies globally in the FTSE4Good Index Series
Astro continues to champion sustainable and responsible business practices, aligning itself with the highest global standards.
Thu Jan 16 2025

EPF's investment in MAHB to support dividend payouts
EPF says the decision reflects a separate, long-term strategic plan aimed at achieving sustainable growth and returns.
Wed Jan 15 2025

Downturn continues on Bursa amid absence of leads from Wall Street, US policy worries
Turnover amounted to 323.43 million units valued at RM105.63 million.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Tycoon Ananda Krishnan’s companies see slight dip in share prices
The share prices of Maxis Bhd, Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd and Bumi Armada Bhd saw a modest decline amid a bearish market.
Thu Nov 28 2024

Bursa Malaysia boosted by RM250.6 mil investments from local institutions last week
Local institutions were the primary supporters of Bursa Malaysia for the fifth consecutive week.
Mon Nov 25 2024

Rising equity market capitalisation further evidence of Malaysia's economic recovery - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the ESG agenda is increasingly shaping the world economy and capital markets.
Wed Nov 20 2024

Bursa Malaysia turns higher at midmorning in tandem with regional peers
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI rose 2.50 points to 1,606.54 from yesterday's close of 1,604.04.
Tue Nov 19 2024

FBM KLCI rises in opening trade ahead of OPR, US election results
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI advanced 4.01 points to 1,624.71.
Wed Nov 06 2024

Bursa pares some losses, trades remain below 1,600
Overall sentiment, however, remained fragile amid weak cues from Wall Street.
Fri Nov 01 2024

Bursa Malaysia starts lower, impacted by Wall Street's performance
At 9.15 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI fell 1.24 points to 1,640.29.
Thu Oct 24 2024

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025