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Guinness Malaysia Rewards Precision Pours with New Top 30 Bar Ranking

Following an extensive nationwide rating campaign, Guinness Malaysia has identified the country's most consistent outlets for the perfect Draught pour.

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ChargEV Launches Merdeka Charging Discount Across 31 National Locations

EV owners can access a 31 percent discount on charging fees at selected stations during the three-day Independence Day holiday weekend.

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Malaysia’s International Reserves Hit US$132 Billion Amid Economic Growth

Bank Negara Malaysia reports a stable reserve position as the nation continues to navigate a steady macroeconomic landscape.

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Malaysia’s Producer Price Inflation Climbs to 9.7 Percent in July

Rising energy and manufacturing costs push producer prices higher, signaling potential headwinds for the broader Malaysian economy.

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Fatal Gua Musang Crash Highlights Risks Amid Heightened Road Enforcement

Two men died following a high-speed collision during a police evasion attempt in Kelantan.

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Maybank Reports Stable 1H26 Performance Despite Marginal Profit Dip

Malaysia's largest lender maintains an outperform rating as earnings align with expectations despite a slight year-on-year decline.

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Sorento Capital Graduates to Bursa Malaysia Main Market

Bathroom and kitchen sanitary ware provider Sorento Capital has officially transitioned from the ACE Market to the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.

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Lim Family and EPF Lead US$1.7 Billion Privatisation Bid for Yinson

Malaysia’s national pension fund joins the founding family in a potential move to take the energy infrastructure firm private.

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OSKVI and Affin Hwang Launch Venture Debt Fund for Southeast Asian Startups

The new Pothos Fund I offers a strategic financing alternative for growing startups looking to scale without further equity dilution.

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Ringgit Gains Ground as Markets Brace for Federal Reserve Policy Signals

The local currency strengthened in early Friday trade as investors look toward the Jackson Hole Symposium for clues on future US interest rate moves.

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Ringgit Gains Ground Ahead of Critical US Federal Reserve Policy Signal

The local currency ticked upwards against the greenback as markets brace for policy insights from the annual Jackson Hole Symposium.

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Ringgit edges higher as markets await US Federal Reserve signals

The local note gained ground against the greenback in early trading, though global economic uncertainty continues to dampen significant upward momentum.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Debuts in Malaysia Starting from RM2,899

The new Fan Edition smartphone brings flagship-grade processor and AI features to a more accessible price point for Malaysian consumers.

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Government Grants In-Principle Approval for Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan Elevated Highway

The proposed infrastructure project aims to integrate major expressway networks to alleviate congestion across the Klang Valley.

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Xiaomi Reveals REDMI Note 17 Series Ahead of Malaysia Market Entry

The new lineup includes four distinct models with the Pro Max variant featuring a massive 10,000mAh battery.

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Setel Addresses Regulatory Lapses Following RM637,500 BNM Fine

Petronas Dagangan confirms that internal controls have been bolstered after a penalty regarding financial sanctions screening failures.

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BMW Malaysia Doubles Allocation for 218 Gran Coupe M Sport Amid High Demand

BMW has released an additional 50 units of the locally-assembled 218 Gran Coupe M Sport, maintaining its entry price of RM192,800.

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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G Debuts With Massive 10,000mAh Battery

Xiaomi brings its latest flagship-tier Redmi device to the Malaysian market, featuring significant power capacity and rapid charging capabilities.

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Ringgit Retreats as Markets Anticipate US Federal Reserve Policy Signals

The local currency faced selling pressure as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the high-stakes Jackson Hole symposium.

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BYD M9 Plug-in Hybrid MPV Confirmed for Australia: Will Malaysia Follow?

BYD’s new Xia-based M9 MPV brings a 145 km electric range to right-hand-drive markets, raising questions about a potential Malaysian debut.

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CIMB Pilots RM1.38 Billion Tokenised Sukuk Settlement Under Regulatory Sandbox

CIMB has successfully tested the use of digital asset technology to settle a massive multi-billion ringgit sukuk issuance.

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TNG eWallet Integrates GXBank FlexiCredit for Instant Revolving Financing

Users can now access up to RM150,000 in credit via the TNG eWallet app without needing a separate GXBank account.

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Penang Short-Term Rental Licensing Fees Spark Financial Concerns for Operators

The Malaysia Short-Term Rental Accommodation Association warns that new annual licensing costs could make local holiday rental operations financially unviable for many hosts.

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Petrosains Marks Twin Towers’ 27th Anniversary With Special Merdeka Weekend Festivities

The iconic science centre celebrates nearly three decades of national progress alongside Malaysia’s 69th National Day celebrations.

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Setel Tightens Compliance After RM637,500 Bank Negara Sanctions Fine

The e-wallet operator has rectified procedural gaps following a central bank penalty related to its anti-money laundering sanctions screening database.

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Selangor International Business Summit Sets RM8 Billion Target for 10th Milestone

The four-day event in October aims to catalyze international trade and industrial growth through extensive business-matching sessions.

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Boost Bank and Parkson Credit Join Forces to Expand Digital Financing

The partnership aims to accelerate digital banking access for consumers through integrated financial solutions.

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CIMB Completes Malaysia’s First Tokenised Sukuk Settlement Pilot

The pilot marks a major shift in digital finance by successfully settling RM1.68 billion in sukuk using tokenised deposits.

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Maybank Reports Steady Growth With RM2.69 Billion Profit in Q2 2026

Malaysia’s largest lender maintains positive momentum as net profit climbs to RM2.69 billion despite a complex domestic economic environment.

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Maybank Reports Mixed First-Half Results Amid Shifting Economic Landscape

Malaysia’s largest banking group posted a resilient second quarter despite a slight dip in overall half-year net profit.