Business News Malaysia

Mar 2026 Policy Decision – BNM Keeps OPR on Hold at 2.75%

“We expect BNM to maintain the OPR at 2.75% through 2026,” says Public Investment Bank in its latest report.

2 months ago

Checkout Performance Key for Retailers During 2026 Peak Season

Retailers urged to improve checkout performance as festive holidays and Visit Malaysia 2026 drive higher tourist and consumer spending.

2 months ago

Gamuda Remains Top Construction Pick as MBSB Maintains BUY

MBSB Research maintains BUY on Gamuda with RM5.86 target price, citing strong order book despite slower near-term earnings recognition.

2 months ago

Bursa Malaysia rebounds as buying interest returns to market

Bursa Malaysia recovered at midday trading as renewed buying lifted the benchmark KLCI. 

2 months ago

AirAsia ranked among world’s top five airlines for sustainability performance

AirAsia ranked among world’s top five airlines for sustainability performance.

2 months ago

Mastercard Completes First AI-Driven Agentic Payment Pilot in Malaysia with CIMB and RHB

Mastercard pilots Malaysia’s first AI-driven payment transaction with the CIMB and RHB, marking progress in secure agent-powered digital commerce.

2 months ago

War Over Iran: Here Are Safer Holiday Getaways from KLIA

Middle Eastern airspace restrictions due to conflict affect travel; Malaysia advises avoiding travel to these areas. Safer destinations include Southeast…

2 months ago

Finance Minister highlights ringgit’s 4.31 % rise on strong growth, reforms

Malaysia’s ringgit strengthened by over four per cent against the U.S. dollar amid strong growth and reforms. 

2 months ago

Bursa Malaysia slips over 17 points as Middle East tensions weigh on market

Bursa Malaysia slips over 17 points as Middle East tensions weigh on market

2 months ago

Catenary Capital, Rivertree STF Ink RM600mil HOA for 28,800-Bed CLQs

The HoA marks Catenary Capital’s first investment since its formation and its entry into Malaysia’s CLQ sector.

2 months ago

YY Circle Malaysia to expand retail promoter workforce to 600, eyes US$14 mil revenue

YY Circle Malaysia aims to grow its workforce from 120 to 600 promoters as it targets US$14 million revenue in…

2 months ago

AI-First Businesses Face Costly ‘AI Speed Tax’ in Cybersecurity Recovery, Fastly Report Warns

AI-first businesses face longer recovery, higher breach costs, and expanding attack surfaces, with Southeast Asia reporting severe AI-related cybersecurity impacts.

2 months ago

Foreign investors record US$2.02 bil outflow across Asian markets, Bursa sees net selling

Foreign investors extended net selling across eight Asian markets, with Bursa Malaysia also recording outflows.

2 months ago

Hilton Expands in Selangor with Opening of Hilton Shah Alam Glenmarie

Hilton opens 261-room Shah Alam Glenmarie hotel, expanding Selangor presence ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.

2 months ago

FBM KLCI Falls 0.96% Amid Middle East Tensions, Stronger US Dollar

FBM KLCI drops 0.96% as geopolitical tensions lift oil prices and strengthen US dollar, pressuring broader sentiment.

2 months ago

Petronas profit down 18% in 2025, eyes Sabah expansion and global growth

Petronas reported an 18 per cent profit drop in 2025 but outlined strategic growth plans both domestically and internationally.

2 months ago

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