Malaysia Should Focus On Niche, High-value Space Tech Segment, Says MYSA

By Samantha Tan Chiew Tieng

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to focus on developing high-value technologies (tech), components, and services to strengthen its position in the global space economy’s supply chain and reap the economic benefits of the sector, said Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA) director-general Datuk Azlikamil Napiah.

Gold Futures Close Higher, Tracking US COMEX Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Wednesday, tracking the higher gold prices in the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

BAC To Invest US$150 Mln In Nilai Manufacturing Facility

NILAI, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Sustainable cooling and heat rejection solutions company BAC has begun construction of its new manufacturing facility in Nilai, with a planned investment of US$150 million (US$1=RM4.09) to strengthen its regional manufacturing, engineering, and innovation capabilities while creating up to 200 high-skilled jobs by 2035.

Malaysia Can Become A Top-30 Economy -- Abdul Wahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia can become one of the world’s 30 largest economies if its annual nominal gross domestic product (GDP) growth outpaces that of other countries by at least two percentage points, according to Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar.

Ringgit Closes Slightly Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of Key US Data Releases

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar today despite investors' cautious stance ahead of key US economic data, including this week's non-farm payrolls (NFP) report which could offer further clues on the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) monetary policy path, an analyst said.

Destini Unit Wins Tubular Running Services Contract From Searah Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Destini Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, Destini Oil Services Sdn Bhd, has secured a tubular running services contract from Searah (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd for the latter’s west region operations.

Nestcon Unit Secures RM243 Mln Construction Contract In Penang

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Nestcon Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Nestcon Builders Sdn Bhd, has secured a RM243 million construction contract from EXSIM Waterfront Sdn Bhd in George Town, Penang.

KLCI Futures End Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Wednesday.

European Delegation In Talks With Malaysian Govt On Reform, Green Transition And Cooperation

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- A European business delegation held a series of meetings with Malaysian government agencies this week to discuss reform initiatives, the green transition, and opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed On Improving Demand Prospects

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Wednesday, supported by improving vehicle demand prospects, positive developments in the electric vehicle (EV) sector and relatively stable economic conditions in the United States (US), said a dealer.

Malaysia's E&E Exports Sustaining 2H Growth Amid Resilient Global Tech Cycle -- CGS International

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to maintain its economic momentum in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026), driven primarily by continued strength in the technology sector as electrical and electronics (E&E) exports remain supported by the global artificial intelligence (AI) investment cycle despite recent corrections in technology stocks.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Improving Sentiment Amid West Asia Optimism

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia continued its upbeat trend to close higher on Wednesday, buoyed by improving sentiment amid optimism over easing West Asia conflict, an analyst said.