Selangor Plans To Expand SA500 To Assist Companies Affected By Supply Disruptions

SHAH ALAM, June 19 (Bernama) -- The Selangor state government plans to expand its Selangor Advance (SA500) programme to support the cash flow needs of companies involved in state infrastructure projects, including those undertaken at the district and local authority levels.

WCT Shares Rise After Securing RM529 Mln Abu Dhabi Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- WCT Holdings Bhd’s shares rose on Friday after securing a sub-contract worth RM528.99 million for the construction of a commercial and residential development in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Profit-taking

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Friday as mild profit-taking in key index-linked counters weighed on early trade, despite overnight gains on Wall Street.

Buying In Consumer Stocks Helps Bursa Malaysia Close Slightly Higher

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index finished marginally higher, supported by strong buying interest in consumer-related counters, amid mixed performance across regional markets.

MR D.I.Y. Thailand Earns Spot In Key Set Benchmark Indices

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, June 18 (Bernama) -- Thailand’s leading home improvement and lifestyle retailer, MR D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited (MRDIYT), has been selected for inclusion in three key indices of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), underscoring growing investor confidence in the company’s business fundamentals and market position.

Eco World's 2Q Net Profit Declines To RM129.14 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd’s net profit for the second quarter ended April 30, 2026 (2Q 2026) declined marginally to RM129.14 million from RM129.83 million posted a year earlier.

Sustained Buying Lifts Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher at midday, supported by continued buying interest in heavyweights, amid mixed regional market performance.

Fuzhou Fisheries Week Opens On Global Scale 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- The 2026 Cross-Strait (Fuzhou) Fisheries Week has opened in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, with the event positioning itself as a major international platform for marine fisheries innovation, trade and cooperation.

Bursa Malaysia Rises At Open Despite Wall Street Weakness

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Thursday, underpinned by buying in selected heavyweight stocks despite weaker overnight performance on Wall Street.

Uzbekistan To Attract More FDIs Through Improvements In Investment Climate - President

TASHKENT, June 17 (Bernama) -- Uzbekistan is looking to lure more foreign direct investments (FDIs) as the country implements systemic measures to improve its investment climate, including the establishment of the Tashkent International Financial Centre (TIFC) and expanded privatisation initiatives.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher For Second Straight Day On Heavyweight Buying

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index extended its rebound for a second consecutive day, closing more than one per cent higher,yh as investor sentiment remained buoyant amid improving regional market conditions and sustained buying interest in heavyweight counters. 

Aeris Completes IoT Connectivity Agreement With KDDI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Aeris, a global leader in wireless management platforms, security services and connected vehicle programmes, has announced the successful completion of its Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity management service agreement with KDDI Corporation.