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CPO Futures Extend Losses Amid Weaker Crude Oil Prices

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended losses to close lower on Tuesday, as lower crude oil prices weighed down market sentiment.

Gold Futures End Lower On Firmer US Dollar

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday as a firmer United States dollar weighed on the precious metal.

Global Economic Outlook To Improve, But Uncertainty Remains -- WEF Report

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- A majority, or 56 per cent, of chief economists surveyed expected the global economic outlook to remain stable or improve, a sharp improvement from May, when 89 per cent projected conditions to weaken, said the World Economic Forum (WEF) in its latest Chief Economists’ Outlook - September 2026. 

Malaysia To Grow 4.7 Pct In 2026, Southeast Asia Outlook Brightens - WEF

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is projected to grow 4.7 per cent in 2026, supported by technology-related exports and investment as well as robust domestic demand, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Guangxi’s Gangbei District Paper Industry Output Rises 24.37 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Paper manufacturing and paper products output in Gangbei District, Guigang City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, rose 24.37 per cent year-on-year from January to July this year, according to data from the Bureau of Industry and Information Technology.

PMI President, CEO Pierre Le Manh To Step Down, Johannes Heinlein Named Interim

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Project Management Institute (PMI), a global authority in project management, announced that President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Pierre Le Manh, will step down from his role effective Sept 30, with Chief Growth Officer, Johannes Heinlein appointed interim President and CEO from the same date.

Venionaire Capital Appoints Lukas Naujack Associate Partner For Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Venionaire Capital AG, an independent investment and corporate finance firm, has appointed Lukas Naujack as Associate Partner, strengthening its cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and strategic advisory capabilities in Southeast Asia.

Rubber Market Extends Gains On Upbeat Regional Futures

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market extended gains on Tuesday, closing higher on firmer regional rubber futures and continued supply tightness due to El Nino, a dealer said.

WAIC Connect Matchmaking Drives Malaysia-China AI Collaboration

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- The WAIC Connect Innovation Industry Matchmaking session earlier this month brought Malaysian government and industry stakeholders together with Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies to explore potential collaborations based on local business and sector needs.

Chery Auto’s LEPAS Advances Global Rollout With New Market Milestones

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Chery Auto, a global automotive manufacturer, announced that its premium new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, LEPAS, has expanded its global presence with progress across multiple markets.

Trilliant Returns To Enlit Asia 2026 As Diamond Sponsor

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Trilliant, a technology platform partner, is returning to Enlit Asia 2026, taking place from Sept 22 to 24 in Jakarta, as a Diamond Sponsor for the eighth consecutive year.

Malaysian Firms Urged To Tap Dubai As Gateway To Middle East, Africa -- Dubai Chambers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysian companies are encouraged to consider Dubai as a gateway to markets across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, supported by the emirate’s strategic location, logistics infrastructure and business-friendly policies, according to Dubai Chambers.