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Affin Bank, IFC Secure US$400 Million Funding Boost for Local MSMEs
The partnership aims to bridge the financing gap for Malaysian micro, small and medium enterprises, with a specific focus on women-owned businesses.
Tan Chong Motor Moves To Localise EV Battery Production In Malaysia
A new partnership with Saike REPT Power aims to explore domestic manufacturing of electric vehicle battery packs to strengthen Malaysia's green mobility supply chain.
Reservoir Link Secures RM570 Million Sarawak Solar Deal With SESCO
RL Kenyalang Solar will design and operate a 200MWac solar facility in Tinjar, Sarawak, under a new long-term power purchase agreement.
Gas Malaysia Partners With Air Liquide To Accelerate Industrial Decarbonisation
The strategic collaboration aims to leverage local infrastructure and international expertise to advance hydrogen and bio-LNG production across Malaysia.
Johor’s Desaru Coast to Host RM10 Million International Karting Circuit
Singapore-based Arina International is investing in a new high-speed leisure destination to boost cross-border tourism by late 2026.
KLIA Secures Top Spot in Asia for Connectivity in OAG Rankings
Kuala Lumpur International Airport has outperformed all regional rivals to reach fourth place globally for international flight connectivity.
Malaysia Faces Major Power Infrastructure Overhaul to Sustain Data Center Growth
Moody’s Ratings predicts a decade of heavy investment in the national power sector to accommodate the rapid rise of data centers.
Vertex Material Hits US$7 Billion Valuation, Targets 2027 Nasdaq IPO
The Malaysian advanced-materials firm is eyeing a US listing to scale its copper-composite manufacturing operations globally.
Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru Retain Spots as Top Asian Repeat Destinations
Agoda booking data for the first half of 2026 highlights sustained interest in Malaysia among returning regional travellers.
Sabah Energy Corporation Debuts RM350 Million Sukuk Issuance
The state-owned energy provider has successfully tapped the capital markets for its inaugural RM350 million Sukuk Wakalah Programme.
Grab Finalises US$1.49 Billion Acquisition of Buy Now, Pay Later Firm Atome
The regional super-app will take a majority 60% stake in the digital lender to bolster its Southeast Asian financial services footprint.
Malaysian Treasurers Embrace AI and Digital Assets Despite Significant Implementation Hurdles
HSBC’s latest report reveals that while local financial leaders are eager to adopt cutting-edge technologies, infrastructure and security gaps remain critical barriers to progress.
Malaysian Consumer Spending Holds Steady Amid Persistent Inflationary Pressures
MBSB Research maintains a positive outlook on the consumer sector as government subsidies and stable employment levels offset rising costs.
Maybank Shares Ease Despite New Wealth Advisory Upskilling Partnership
Shares of Malaysia’s largest lender slipped slightly as investors reacted to market movements despite a strategic move to professionalise wealth management services.
U Mobile Net Losses Hit RM1.62 Billion Amid Aggressive 5G Expansion
Rapid infrastructure investment drives U Mobile’s widening deficit as the telco prioritizes market share gains over short-term profitability.
Maybank and ABS Partner to Standardise Wealth Advisory Standards in Malaysia
The banking giants are collaborating on a professional certification framework aimed at raising the quality of financial advice for local investors.
JPJ Opens Bidding for JH_J and VRU Vehicle Number Plate Series
Prospective vehicle owners can now bid for the latest Johor and Kuala Lumpur registration numbers directly through the JPJ eBid online platform.
ASEAN Positioned to Capture Greater Share of Global Investment Capital
Malaysia’s Securities Commission chairman highlights the region’s massive economic scale as a prime target for international portfolios.
Malaysian Bond Market Braces for Potential Japanese Capital Flight
Shrinking yield premiums and potential Bank of Japan rate hikes threaten to spark a massive exodus of Japanese investment from Malaysian debt.
Bursa Malaysia Edges Up Amidst Global Geopolitical Volatility
Local equities show resilience as markets weigh shifting oil prices and regional instability against strong domestic economic indicators.
World AI Show 2026 Solidifies Malaysia as Regional AI Powerhouse
Kuala Lumpur hosts over 1,500 industry leaders to chart the future of national AI infrastructure and enterprise adoption.
Malaysians in Saudi Arabia Urged to Follow Emergency Protocols Amid Heightened Alerts
Authorities advise Malaysians to remain vigilant and follow official directives as the Saudi National Early Warning Platform issues active alerts.
Ringgit Weakens to 4.085 Against US Dollar Following Federal Reserve Hike
The Malaysian currency has retreated against the greenback as the US Federal Reserve implements its first interest rate hike since 2023.
Pioneer Heat Holdings Surges 10 Percent During ACE Market Trading Debut
Mechanical engineering firm Pioneer Heat Holdings Bhd saw its shares rise shortly after listing on the Bursa Malaysia ACE Market this morning.
Ringgit Softens Against Dollar Following Fed Rate Hike
The Malaysian currency traded lower as the US Federal Reserve surprised markets with a hawkish 25 basis point interest rate increase.
Ant International Shifts to AI-Driven Commerce as Grab Acquires Atome
The payments giant is pivoting its business model while a major consolidation reshapes the regional fintech landscape.
Bank Negara Maintains OPR at 2.75 Percent as Economic Stability Prevails
The central bank has opted to hold interest rates steady for the seventh consecutive meeting, signaling a continued focus on economic growth.
Sarawak’s SAINS Shifts Focus Toward Sovereign AI and Cloud Infrastructure
The long-standing state tech firm is pivoting from systems integration to managing advanced sovereign AI and cloud frameworks for Sarawak’s government.
Sunway Group Secures Rating Upgrade Following Healthcare Arm Spin-off
MARC Ratings has elevated the credit standing of Sunway Group’s debt instruments following improved liquidity and earnings diversification.
Malaysia Fuel Prices Surge Again as Weekly Costs Climb 35 Sen
Unsubsidised diesel and petrol prices have recorded a sharp increase for the week of September 17 to 23, 2026.
