AirAsia Group Posts RM527 Mln Net Loss In 2Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- AirAsia Group Bhd, formerly known as AirAsia X Bhd, posted a net loss of RM527.16 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q FY2026), mainly due to higher fuel expenses and foreign exchange losses.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower As Selling Pressure In Oil-related Counters Weighs

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note on Thursday, as selling pressure in oil-related counters weighed on the benchmark index following the rally in the previous session, an analyst said.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Softer Oil Prices, Firmer Ringgit

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- The rubber market ended lower on Thursday, pressured by lower crude oil prices and a slightly stronger ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

25 Companies Seek Financing Under Penang Climate Mitigation Fund

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- A total of 25 companies have expressed interest in securing financing under the Penang Climate Mitigation Fund (CM Fund), with five currently undergoing the assessment process.

PILA To Boost Northern Region's Air Logistics Capacity -- Loke

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- The Penang International Logistics Aeropark (PILA) is set to significantly boost air cargo facilities and capacity in Malaysia’s northern region, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Bursa Malaysia Retreats After Opening Higher In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Thursday, but retreated thereafter, amid profit-taking after yesterday’s gain, despite Wall Street ending mostly higher overnight.

Gold Futures End Higher On Global Fiscal Concerns

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Tuesday, against a broader backdrop of global fiscal concerns, rising government debt burdens and persistent questions over the long-term credibility of sovereign balance sheets.

SME Financing Conditions Remain Supportive, But Businesses Must Adapt - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Overall financing conditions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) remain supportive, with banks and development financial institutions (DFIs) continuing to provide financing to viable businesses.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Firmer Oil Prices, Positive US Data

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Wednesday, supported by firmer crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Govt Tightens Financial And Investment Measures At Tabung Haji, Ensures Non-Recurrence Of Crisis

By Nor Baizura Basri & Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) — The government’s pledge to leave no stone unturned in strengthening Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) through stricter policy and regulatory measures to ensure that similar issues do not recur was among the messages at yesterday’s special Dewan Rakyat sitting.

Bursa Malaysia Edges Higher In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Wednesday, supported by bargain hunting following yesterday’s losses and renewed buying interest in selected heavyweight counters, although cautious sentiments abound due to Wall Street’s weaker overnight performance.

The Government Always Services Its Debts - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR,  Aug 11 (Bernama) –-  The government always ensures that its debts are repaid, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.