Malaysia
Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher, but Small Caps Tumble as Foreign Funds Sell
The FBM KLCI added 0.59% to 1,618.01 on Monday, but small caps fell over 1% and foreign institutions were net sellers of RM105.7 million.
Category: Malaysia
Ringgit
Ringgit Ends Higher on Budget 2027 Optimism
The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar and major currencies, supported by positive sentiment following Budget 2027.
Byline
Rebuilding careers, reimagining work: How flexible workspaces are supporting back-to-work mothers
In Malaysia, support for returning mothers through flexible work environments is vital for workforce reintegration.
Workplace
The Talents Malaysia Wants to Bring Home — and the Talents It May Already Have
Malaysia seeks to repatriate talent abroad but must also optimize the skills of its existing foreign spouses to enhance economic contributions.
Stocks and Markets
Budget Cheer Lifts Bursa Malaysia
Budget 2027 optimism lifted Bursa Malaysia, with FBM KLCI rebounding above 1,600 as construction and property stocks led gains.
Economy and Business
Zafrul: Budget 2027 Balances Discipline with Relief
Tengku Zafrul hails Budget 2027’s targeted aid, higher wages and tax reliefs as balancing fiscal discipline with household relief.
wage
Budget 2027 Balances Fiscal Discipline With Wage Reforms, Supports Consumer Spending
Malaysia's Budget 2027 focuses on fiscal consolidation, significant wage increases, and consumer support measures, targeting a 3.3% fiscal deficit for economic growth.
Taxation
Anwar Raises Tax Relief, Cuts Rates in Budget 2027
Budget 2027 raises tax relief to RM12,000 and cuts rates, giving five million taxpayers up to RM1,600 extra income.
Byline
Why Mental Wellbeing Matters as Malaysia Ages
Mental Wellbeing - World Mental Health Day emphasizes listening to older adults’ experiences, highlighting the importance of mental well-being alongside physical health in aging.
Train services
RTS Link Delay Necessary to Ensure Smooth Operations, Says Loke
JOHOR BARU, Oct 8 — The one-month delay in the opening of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is necessary to ensure…
Fuel
RONPOS Expands Malaysian Footprint with FIVE Petroleum Onboarding
Silentmode’s RONPOS platform adds FIVE Petroleum as its fourth Malaysian client while expanding pilot operations in the Philippines.
Property and Construction
MRCB Partners RUA AlHaram AlMakki for RM22.9b Makkah Development
MRCB partners RUA AlHaram AlMakki for RM22.9b Makkah project, integrating transport and mixed-use development under Saudi Vision 2030.
Malaysia
Selangor Showcases Rail Hub Achievements at InnoTrans 2026
Selangor launches Rail Industry Hub at InnoTrans 2026, fostering partnerships for local train assembly and workforce development.
Politics
High Court Sets January Hearing for Rosmah’s Mareva Injunction
High Court sets Jan. 7 hearing for Rosmah’s Mareva injunction over US$346m assets in 1MDB-linked luxury goods case.
Business News
BAC Brings Education and Industry Together to Develop the Future Workforce
BAC Education Group Co-Founder and Chief Future Officer Raja Singham said developing talent was a shared responsibility, with educators and employers each playing a…
Business News
Malaysian accounting firms turn to AI and advisory services to lift profitability, Xero finds
Malaysian accounting practices using AI, advisory services and value-based pricing were found to achieve significantly higher profitability, according to Xero research.