Sidec Names E23, Enygma, Recharge Champions Of Selangor Triple Accelerator Programme 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) named E23 Sdn Bhd, Enygma Technologies Sdn Bhd and Recharge Xolutions Sdn Bhd as champions of the Selangor Triple Accelerator Programme 2026, held in conjunction with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Semiconductor Summit (AiSEM@Selangor).

Ringgit Expected To Trade In Tight Range Against US Dollar Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within a tight range with an upward bias next week, between RM4.07 and RM4.09, following Malaysia’s higher-than-expected advance estimate of gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the third quarter of 2026 (3Q 2026).

YYForce Launches AI Staffing Platform For Singapore Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- YYForce Inc (YYForce), a technology-enabled provider of workforce solutions and integrated facility management services, has launched Yolara AI, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered workforce platform for frontline businesses in Singapore.

Malaysia's Economy Expands 5.3 Pct In 3Q 2026, Growth Across Sectors -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy expanded by 5.3 per cent in the third quarter of 2026 (3Q 2026), after registering 6.0 per cent growth in the preceding quarter, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

e-Commerce Bill Crucial For Healthy Digital Economy, Fair Competition -- MRCA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The E-Commerce Bill is a crucial step toward fostering a healthy digital economy, protecting consumer interests, and upholding fair market competition, said the Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA).

WAWASANITA Targets RM15 Mln In Bilateral Trade With 15 Countries

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Persatuan Usahawan Wawasan Wanita Malaysia (WAWASANITA) has targeted RM15 million in bilateral trade with 15 countries within six months as it moves to translate diplomatic engagement into cross-border business opportunities for its members.

Global Fuel Price Surge Pushes Up Electricity Generation Costs – DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The surge in global fuel prices following geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly security disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, has caused gas and coal costs in the second and third quarters of 2026 to rise well above baseline prices.

Amova AM To Offer Global Investment Products Tailored To Malaysian Clients

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Amova Asset Management Co Ltd (Amova AM) plans to offer global investment products tailored to Malaysian clients, complementing those offered by AHAM Asset Management Bhd (AHAM Capital).

Chery’s Robotics Brand AiMOGA To Unveil Home Robot At Summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Chery Group’s robotics brand AiMOGA will unveil a new home robot at the 2026 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu, China.

Big Caring Group Signs IPO Underwriting Agreement With Three Investment Banks

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Big Caring Group Bhd (BCG) has entered into an underwriting agreement with Maybank Investment Bank Bhd, RHB Investment Bank Bhd and AmInvestment Bank Bhd for its IPO and listing on Bursa Malaysia's Main Market.

Singapore Economy Grows 5.4 Pct In 3Q 2026 -- Advance Estimates

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Singapore's economy grew by 5.4 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in the third quarter (3Q) of 2026, moderating from 6.2 per cent growth in the previous quarter, according to advance estimates from the Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry (METI).

Investment Education, Awareness Key To Preventing Scams – Bursa Malaysia CEO

ALOR SETAR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Financial literacy and investment awareness need to be strengthened to ensure that Malaysians are capable of making sound financial decisions and avoid becoming victims of increasingly sophisticated online investment scams.