Bumiputera Companies D’Amante, Coperatech Achieve Success Through Tenacity Amid Headwinds

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The Asian financial crisis that struck in 1997-1998 marked the end of the road for many businesses, forcing them to fold.

Johor’s myKP Sungai Ayam Rakes In RM5 Mln Annual Income From Cockle Farming

ISKANDAR PUTERI, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- The myKomuniti Perikanan (myKP) programme in Johor has proven effective in driving the socio-economic development of local fishermen, with one community recording an annual income of up to RM5 million. 

Malaysia’s Economic Outlook To Remain Positive In 2H 2026 -- World Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economic outlook for the second half of 2026 (2H 2026) is expected to remain positive, with domestic demand continued to be supported by employment gains, targeted fiscal support and ongoing investment activities, according to World Bank Group. 

MSMEs Must Scale Up Their Operations, Productivity To Offer Higher Wages - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) must scale up their business operations and improve productivity, creating demand for higher skilled workers and providing better-paying jobs, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

National Grid Readiness Crucial To Ensuring Malaysia’s Economic Certainty, Says TNB CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) – Tenaga Nasional Bhd has given top priority to strengthening the national grid, fully recognising that grid readiness is crucial to ensuring Malaysia’s economic certainty and fulfil the nation’s energy and industrial objectives.

TVS Motor Showcases Four Models At EICMA, Eyes Europe Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Two-wheeler maker, TVS Motor Company presented four production-ready models developed for European customers at the EICMA 2026 motorcycle show in Milan as it steps up its expansion in the region.

Asia Water Prices Rise, Malaysia Cited For Cost Recovery - GWI Survey

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Water prices rose an average of 2.0 per cent in Southern Asia and 3.9 per cent in East Asia and the Pacific from 2025 to 2026, according to a global survey that cited Malaysia as an example of progress in recovering utility costs.

Ringgit Opens Marginally Higher Against Greenback Amid Cautious Market Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday amid cautious market sentiment as investors continued to assess global economic developments and the outlook for US interest rates.

Bank of Thailand Urges Financial Institutions To Step Up Cybersecurity

By Teng Khoon Hock

BANGKOK, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has urged financial institutions to strengthen their cybersecurity measures and remain vigilant against potential cyberattacks following incidents involving financial institutions in other countries.

Chartered Institute Of Logistics Sabah Calls For Study On Kota Kinabalu Airport

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The future of Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), whether to retain, expand or relocate it, must be determined through a comprehensive assessment of its economic viability, operational capacity and long-term benefits to Sabah, said the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section.

Bursa Malaysia Expected To Trade Within 1,600-1,630 Range Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade within the 1,600-1,630 range next week, with selective accumulation likely to provide support at lower levels, said Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd vice-president of equity research Thong Pak Leng.

Rubber Market Likely To Trend Lower Next Week Amid Oversupply

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade at a slower and weaker pace, with prices likely to trend lower amid oversupply and seasonally favourable weather conditions ahead of the monsoon.