KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd, newly listed on Bursa Malaysia's Main Market, has not ruled out expanding into Southeast Asia if suitable opportunities arise.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — The ringgit was easier against the US dollar in early trade today ahead of the United States (US) inflation data this week, said an analyst.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 7 — The ringgit is expected to see positive momentum next week, trending in upward bias against the US dollar and potentially pushing towards its support level.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6 — The ringgit ended the week on a positive note after closing stronger against the US dollar today amid rising hopes of a United States (US) interest rate cut.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6 — Malaysia’s international reserves rose to US$116.8 billion as of August 30, 2024, from US$114.7 billion in July 31, 2024.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6 — The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Friday after Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) maintained the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent, reflecting confidence in Malaysia’s economic growth prospects, said an analyst.

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 5 — Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB) must ensure its subsidiary, MAB Engineering Services, takes decisive measures to attract skilled new workers.

VLADIVOSTOK, Sept 5 — Joining BRICS will not only allow Malaysia to benefit from the bloc’s Global South economies, but also let the nation share its expertise, especially due to its position as a semiconductor hub in the region.

VLADIVOSTOK, Sept 5 — Malaysia, as 2025 Asean chair, is committed to reinforcing the bloc’s centrality while exploring synergies with regional and key dialogue partners, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

SEPANG, Sept 5 — Malaysia’s transition to 5G technology is set to mature in 10 to 15 years, said Universiti Teknologi Malaysia lecturer Azizul Azizan.

SEPANG, Sept 5 — The government will emphasise several sectors in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), including education, health and a balanced economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 — Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent at its meeting today.

SEPANG, Sept 5 — Malaysia must capitalise on the Asean open market to showcase its products and services, keeping itself at the forefront of a bloc projected to reach a billion consumers, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli said.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 — The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing market access to China by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today with China Construction Bank Malaysia Bhd (CCB).

SEPANG, Sept 5 — The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) will closely resemble 1MP, a strategic document known for its conciseness and comprehensive nature, where each word is dedicated to a specific policy direction, according to Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.

SINGAPORE, Sept 5 — Malaysia's stock exchange is looking to loosen the grip of large domestic investors on the market to encourage more trading and attract foreign investors to the best-performing bourse in Southeast Asia.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 — The ringgit opened firmer against the greenback on Thursday as the latest US jobs data pointed to slowing labour demand, suggesting the American economy is cooling and further strengthening expectations for an interest rate cut.

MELAKA, Sept 5 — Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said approximately 21 per cent, or 7.22 million, of Malaysians participated in the 15,809 cooperatives nationwide last year.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 — RON97 and diesel in Peninsular Malaysia will retail for two sen cheaper, at RM3.40 and RM3.16 per litre, respectively, from tomorrow until September 11.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 — The ringgit regained its footing after three days of losses to end firmer against the United States dollar, emerging as the best performing currency in Asia for the day, an analyst said.