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Rubber Market Ends Lower, Tracking Regional Rubber Performance, Weaker Oil Prices

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Friday, tracking weaker regional rubber futures markets and declining crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Strong Domestic Fundamentals Cap Rise In Malaysian Bond Yields Despite Global Headwinds -- Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Strong domestic fundamentals have limited increases in Malaysian Government Securities (MGS) and Government Investment Issues (GII) yields, even as global yields rise due to ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran and persistent concerns regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

MISC Projected To Post 12 Pct Earnings CAGR Over Three Years - AmInvestment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Maritime company MISC Bhd is projected to deliver a three-year earnings compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12 per cent, driven by 19 asset additions and stronger contributions from fully owned liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, according to AmInvestment Bank Research.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Midday Amid Rising West Asia Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia traded lower at midday in subdued market sentiment, as investors were cautious due to escalating West Asia tensions ahead of the weekend.

RHB IB Initiates ‘Buy’ Call For Gas Malaysia On MRP, RGT4 Prospects

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has initiated coverage on Gas Malaysia Bhd (GMB) with a 'buy' recommendation and a target price (TP) of RM6.50 on expectations of higher gas prices and growth prospects from its planned Regasification Terminal 4 (RGT4) project.

Ringgit Ends Easier Against Greenback Amid West Asia Tensions

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed slightly lower against the US dollar on Thursday as escalating tensions in West Asia fuelled expectations of a potential United States (US) interest rate hike, supporting the greenback.

Bursa Malaysia Snaps 3-Day Losing Streak To End Higher

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif & Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped a three-day pullback to close 0.18 per cent higher on Thursday, as surge in global oil prices supported Malaysia’s energy-related companies, while utilities attracted investors seeking defensive earnings amid persistent global uncertainties.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Gains In Regional Futures, Surge In Oil Prices

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Thursday, tracking gains in regional rubber futures markets and a surge in crude oil prices.

SC, Hong Kong SFC Ink MoU To Facilitate Dual IPO Listings, Cross-border Investments

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a practical framework to facilitate dual initial public offering (IPO) listings, including primary and secondary listings, mutual recognition of investment funds, and expanded cross-border investment opportunities.

Petronas Chemicals Up On Stronger Potential 2Q Earnings

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd’s share price rose 1.69 per cent to RM4.80, on stronger potential quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) earnings in 2Q FY2026, mainly driven by the fertiliser and methanol segment.

Ringgit Eases Against US Dollar, Tracks Major Currencies

By Siti Radziah Hamzah & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar in the early session, tracking other major currencies, as the domestic unit is likely to stay cautious amid lingering West Asia tensions that further disrupt global oil and gas flows. 

West Asia Geopolitical Risks Push Up Prices Of Unsubsidised Petrol, Diesel - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Escalating geopolitical risks in West Asia are causing the retail prices of unsubsidised petrol and diesel to rise from July 23 to July 29, 2026, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF).