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Rising equity market capitalisation further evidence of Malaysia's economic recovery - PM

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
Markets lean on 'Trump trade' as former president leads

Markets lean on 'Trump trade' as former president leads

Global investors were increasingly pricing in a win late on Tuesday for Republican Donald Trump.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Ringgit rebounds, opens higher against weakening greenback

Ringgit rebounds, opens higher against weakening greenback

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit is likely to trade sideways as markets prepare for a busy week.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days

Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days

The president's injury forced him to cancel a trip to Russia for a summit of the BRICS group of major emerging markets being held in Kazan.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Southeast Asia has emerged as a major hub for a multibillion-dollar industry that targets victims across the world with fraudulent schemes.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Taiwan girds for weakening Typhoon Krathon, shuts down for second day

Taiwan girds for weakening Typhoon Krathon, shuts down for second day

The island shut down for a second day with hundreds of flights grounded and financial markets closed.
Thu Oct 03 2024
How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
Marking the 60th anniversary of G77 and China at UNCTAD Geneva with Malaysia’s nasi lemak

Marking the 60th anniversary of G77 and China at UNCTAD Geneva with Malaysia’s nasi lemak

SMEs, including those in its supply chain, can access new export markets and gain global recognition.
Mon Sep 16 2024
INSIGHT - Coke and Pepsi boycott over Gaza lifts Muslim countries' local sodas

INSIGHT - Coke and Pepsi boycott over Gaza lifts Muslim countries' local sodas

Coca-Cola and its bottlers, and PepsiCo, still see the countries as important areas for growth, particularly as Western markets slow down.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Ringgit extends rally against US dollar, taking cue from Bursa Malaysia gains

Ringgit extends rally against US dollar, taking cue from Bursa Malaysia gains

Foreign investors' strong interest in Malaysia's capital markets has boosted demand for the ringgit, said Dr. Mohd Afzanizam.
Wed Aug 28 2024
EXPLAINER - Thai court to decide fates of PM and opposition party

EXPLAINER - Thai court to decide fates of PM and opposition party

Srettha Thavisin's case is among factors that have heightened political uncertainty and roiled financial markets in Thailand.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Ringgit likely appreciates further in 2H 2024 on US rate cut optimism - MIDF

Ringgit likely appreciates further in 2H 2024 on US rate cut optimism - MIDF

The bank said the return of foreign funds into emerging markets, is expected to bolster regional currencies, including the ringgit.
Fri Aug 02 2024
Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct

Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct

Bank Negara Malaysia said the global economy continues to expand amid resilient labour markets and continued recovery in global trade.
Thu Jul 11 2024
US SPACs give attractive returns to Malaysian companies - ARC Group

US SPACs give attractive returns to Malaysian companies - ARC Group

ARC Group's Sergio Camarero said investors are looking at emerging markets to find more attractive returns.
Thu May 16 2024
Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.0%

Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.0%

The central bank said the global economy continues to expand amid resilient labour markets in some countries and recovery in global trade.
Thu May 09 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024