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- CC International expands office, strengthens operations in Labuan
Company boosts trust and fiduciary services capabilities and advances multi-family office offerings
PositiveFrom The Sun, 8 Nov, 07:47 pm
- Robotic cooking technology offers new growth opportunities
KUALA LUMPUR: Robotic cooking technology could help transform Malaysia’s food and beverage (F&B) industry by improving operational efficiency, food quality and consistency, while creating new opportunities for local technology developers.Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Seri…
PositiveFrom The Sun, 8 Nov, 07:46 pm
- Binastra marks major milestone with RM303.8 million smart warehouse contract win
Broadens construction portfolio into specialised industrial infrastructure
PositiveFrom The Sun, 8 Nov, 07:22 pmBNASTRA
- Kobay Technology posts record quarterly net profit in Q1’27
Surges 73.3% year-on-year to RM18.7 million
PositiveFrom The Sun, 8 Nov, 06:56 pm
- Kobay Technology posts record quarterly net profit of RM18.7 million in Q1’27
Largely driven by manufacturing division, which continued to benefit from semiconductor industry’s expansion
PositiveFrom The Sun, 8 Nov, 06:17 pm
- KWAP wins global investment award for RM6bil fund
KUALA LUMPUR: The Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) has won the Investment category at the Pensions and Investments (P&I) WorldPensionSummit Excellence & Innovation Awards for its RM6 billion Dana Pemacu initiative.
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 8 Nov, 10:46 am
- Ringgit expected to trade with slight positive bias next week
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade with a slight positive bias against the US dollar next week as investors assess the outlook for the US interest rates.
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 8 Nov, 09:20 am
- More than 400,000 German workers take action for higher pay
Germany's biggest union organised strikes and rallies after several rounds of negotiations with employers on behalf of its members ended without a result.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 7 Nov, 06:02 am
- Nasdaq rebounds but posts fourth straight weekly decline
Gains within technology were broadly shared, underscoring investor faith in the AI buildout that has driven US stock indexes to dozens of record closes this year.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 7 Nov, 05:51 am
- Nestcon secures RM161m contract to build serviced apartments in Selangor
Nestcon Bhd has secured a RM161 million contract to construct a 36-storey serviced apartment block in Bandar Baru Ulu Kelang, Selangor, with completion scheduled for September 2029.
PositiveFrom The Sun, 6 Nov, 11:37 pmNESTCON
- British Airways owner sees profits hit by soaring jet fuel costs
LONDON: The owner of British Airways has revealed a sharp drop in quarterly earnings on surging fuel prices due to the Iran war and warned its annual fuel bill is set to jump to nearly €9 billion (US$10 billion), reported PA Media/dpa.
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 6 Nov, 08:50 pm
- Sterling dips as stock rout boosts dollar, outweighs rate rise boost
LONDON: The pound fell against the dollar on Friday, as a stock market selloff hit currencies more geared towards global growth, while holding broadly steady against the euro around a 19-month high.
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 6 Nov, 08:47 pm
- TRC Synergy-CCCC-UFUK Semarak JV lands RM2.69bil Penang LRT works contract
KUALA LUMPUR: TRC Synergy Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary TRC Construction Sdn Bhd (TRC) and its joint venture (JV) comprising China Communications Construction Company Ltd (CCCC) and Ufuk Semarak Sdn Bhd (UFUK) (CCCC-TRC-UFUK JV) secures RM2.69 billion Penang Light Rail…
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 6 Nov, 07:18 pmTRC
- Nestcon bags RM161mil serviced apartment work in Gombak
KUALA LUMPUR: Nestcon Bhd has secured a RM161 million contract from B.U. Developments Sdn Bhd to construct a 36-storey serviced apartment building in Bandar Baru Ulu Kelang, Gombak, Selangor.
PositiveFrom New Straits Times, 6 Nov, 06:54 pmNESTCON
- Emits eyes RM15m from IPO for 5G expansion
BAYAN LEPAS: ACE Market-bound Emits Bhd, an antenna manufacturing service provider, aims to raise RM15 million in its initial public offering (IPO) at an issue price of RM0.16 per share. Of the total proceeds raised, the group will allocate RM6.8 million (45.3%) to working…
PositiveFrom The Sun, 6 Nov, 05:10 pm
- BNM tightens cybersecurity safeguards for financial institutions amid rising global threats
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has put in place regulatory requirements for financial inst...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 6 Nov, 05:04 pm
- Singapore Airlines plans S$2b long-haul cabin upgrade
SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines, long a benchmark for premium travel, is spending more than S$2 billion (RM6.5 billion) to upgrade long-haul seats and provide larger double-bed suites to compete with rivals that are pouring money into high-end cabins. The airline yesterday…
PositiveFrom The Sun, 6 Nov, 05:03 pm
- F&N may raise prices selectively as commodity costs rise
Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd (F&N) is considering targeted price increases if commodity and raw material costs continue to rise.
PositiveFrom The Sun, 6 Nov, 02:49 pmF&N
- US job growth expected to pick up in October, with moderation in wage gains
The unemployment rate is expected to remain unchanged at 4.2%, while annual wage growth is forecast to slow to 2.9% from 3.0% in September.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 6 Nov, 01:31 pm
- Trump’s political humbling signals short-term gain, long-term pain for China
Beijing now faces a Congress that may push harder on human rights, Chinese investments and a US$14 billion arms package for Taiwan that Donald Trump has withheld as a 'negotiating chip' with Xi Jinping.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 6 Nov, 12:02 pm
- Ringgit extends gains at close after Bank Negara decision to hold OPR at 2.75pc
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar and other major currencies on Thursday,...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 5 Nov, 07:53 pm
- Air France-KLM shares jump as profits rise despite fuel costs
Operating profit in the July to September period, one of the busiest for airlines, increased 10% to €1.35 billion, with passenger traffic up 1.8%.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 06:35 pm
- Ringgit extends gains as BNM holds OPR at 2.75%
The ringgit is being driven more by external developments than domestic monetary policy, says an analyst.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 06:27 pm
- Bursa Malaysia closes higher on Bank Negara’s OPR decision, Wall Street gains
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — Bursa Malaysia closed higher, buoyed by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maint...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 5 Nov, 06:07 pmBursa
- Bursa ends higher on Wall Street gains, steady OPR
Investor sentiment was further buoyed by Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to maintain the overnight policy rate at 2.75%, says analyst.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 05:31 pmBursa
- Sony lifts annual earnings outlook as profits surge
The Japanese tech-entertainment conglomerate expects to earn ¥1.33 trillion for the year ending March, up from its previous upgraded forecast of ¥1.21 trillion issued in July.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 04:54 pm
- Toyota hikes profit forecasts on strong demand
Strong hybrid demand and a weak yen lifted the Japanese car giant's expected net profit to US$22.6 billion, despite fierce competition from Chinese rivals.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 01:56 pm
- Asian rice price climbs near 2-year high in inflation threat
El Nino is disrupting production of the staple grain, as drier-than-usual weather poses a hurdle for crops in major growers like India, the world’s leading exporter.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 11:10 am
- Bank of England set to raise rate as inflation jumps
UK inflation is forecast to hit 4% in the new year, as millions face a jump in energy bills despite government aid announced in last week’s budget.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 10:58 am
- Ringgit opens higher as expected BNM rate hike, improved global sentiment lift local currency
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and major currencies today ahead...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 5 Nov, 09:43 am
- Bursa opens firmer on improved global sentiment
The main index rose 11.16 points to 1,627.72 as easing geopolitical concerns lifted investor confidence.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 09:34 amBursa
- Philippine inflation surges to 7.8%, boosting case for rate hike
The prolonged Middle East conflict drove up the cost of fuel, electricity and transport in a nation heavily reliant on the region for its energy supplies.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 09:23 am
- Ringgit opens higher ahead of expected OPR hike
The local note strengthened to 4.0585/4.0660 against the US dollar from Wednesday’s close of 4.0610/4.0660.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 08:30 am
- Wall Street ends higher after Democrats win Congress
Large technology stocks rose on expectations that slower AI infrastructure expansion would favour established players, while smaller companies involved in the buildout fell.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 5 Nov, 05:49 am
- Ringgit closes higher vs US dollar ahead of BNM OPR decision
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 — The ringgit edged up against the US dollar and other Asean currencies at today’s closi...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 4 Nov, 06:49 pm
- Ringgit closes higher ahead of BNM’s OPR decision
The ringgit strengthened following Democratic gains in the US midterm elections, says an analyst.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 4 Nov, 06:24 pm
- Global stocks rally, dollar dips after Democrats’ midterm sweep
Polls show Democratic voters favour tighter AI regulation, while investors expect greater scrutiny of the sector under a Democratic-controlled Congress.
PositiveFrom Free Malaysia Today, 4 Nov, 05:51 pm
- Bursa Malaysia retreats after higher opening as cautious sentiment weighs on regional markets
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 — Bursa Malaysia’s key index opened higher but retreated thereafter, tracking caut...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 4 Nov, 11:27 amBursa
- Ringgit edges higher as investors await US midterm election results and BNM rate decision
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 — The ringgit opened marginally higher against the greenback on Wednesday as investors r...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 4 Nov, 09:40 am
- Bursa Malaysia ends slightly higher on banking support
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — Bursa Malaysia’s key index finished marginally higher, supported by selective buy...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 07:16 pmBursa
- Lufthansa faces €2b jump in 2026 fuel bill as Iran war drives up costs
FRANKFURT, Nov 3 — German airline giant Lufthansa said Tuesday it expects its 2026 fuel costs to be €2 billio...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 04:34 pm
- Saudi Aramco profit jumps 35pc as war in West Asia drives oil prices higher
RIYADH, Nov 3 — Saudi oil giant Aramco on Tuesday announced a 34.6 per cent surge in third-quarter net profit, as...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 02:01 pm
- Anthropic revenue jumps 1,100pc as AI giant prepares for IPO
WASHINGTON, Nov 3 — Anthropic, one of the world’s leading artificial intelligence companies, on Monday repor...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 09:59 am
- Bursa Malaysia edges higher after choppy start as investors weigh mixed Wall Street cues
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — Bursa Malaysia’s key index saw choppy trading in the opening minutes, hovering between...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 09:54 amBursa
- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector poised to sustain growth in 4Q 2026, says MBSB IB
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — Malaysia’s manufacturing sector is expected to continue supporting industrial pr...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 09:37 am
- Ringgit edges higher as US-Iran talks fuel hopes of Hormuz reopening
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday amid signs of progress...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 3 Nov, 08:39 am
- Ryanair to freeze wages, hike fares as fuel prices soar
LONDON, Nov 2 — Irish no-frills airline Ryanair said Monday it would launch a cost-cutting drive and hike fares ne...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 08:11 pm
- Ringgit slips to 4.07 against US dollar amid expectations of stronger US jobs data
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar on Monday with positive United States economic...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 06:53 pm
- Malaysia’s trade surplus expected to grow 15-20pc this year as exports expand, says Matrade
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) expects the country’s tr...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 06:39 pm
- Bursa Malaysia rebounds to close above 1,619 points as bargain hunting lifts key index
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — Bursa Malaysia’s key index ended higher today, recovering from early losses to remain...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 06:21 pmBursa
- UAE state oil company announces OpenAI partnership
ABU DHABI, Nov 2 — UAE state oil company ADNOC today announced a partnership with OpenAI, saying it would be the w...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 05:28 pm
- Ringgit opens higher amid bets on Bank Negara rate increase
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and major currencies today, supported b...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 10:12 am
- Malaysian manufacturing roars back but rising costs could hit your wallet soon
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — Malaysian factories are wrestling with mounting transport and material bills, passing these...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 2 Nov, 09:59 am
- Binance resumes Bitcoin withdrawals following record US$6.3b crypto hack
WASHINGTON, Nov 1 — Binance said today that it had resumed withdrawals after a major hack that affected more than...
PositiveFrom Malay Mail, 1 Nov, 03:06 pm