Proton Targets 200,000 Sales In 2026 As xEV Share Reaches 17 Pct

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Proton Holdings Bhd expects its total vehicle sales to reach 200,000 units in 2026, which will mark its highest annual sales performance in 15 years, following a strong first-half (1H) performance.

Kuala Lumpur Kepong Shares Down 0.45 Pct In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd’s (KLK) share price slid 0.45 per cent in early trade today, following a recent third-quarter (3Q FY2026) net loss for the current financial year.

Petronas Dagangan's Share Price Up 1.60 Pct In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Petronas Dagangan Bhd’s share price rose 1.60 per cent in early trade on Wednesday after the company posted a higher net profit in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026).

Sunway Theme Parks Working Closely With Authorities, Expresses Regret On Incident

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Sunway Theme Parks says that it is currently working closely and fully cooperating with all relevant authorities as they conduct a thorough investigation into the incident involving an attraction at Sunway Lagoon on Saturday, which affected 10 guests.

Asia-Pacific Airlines To Maintain Growth Despite Cost Headwinds - S&P

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Asia-Pacific airlines are strengthening their defences against industry headwinds by continuing to invest heavily in fuel-efficient aircraft, supported by long-term demand prospects, lower debt following the pandemic and a diverse funding mix, S&P Global Ratings said.

Monsoon May Ease ‘Super El Nino’ Potential Impact On Palm Oil Output

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) – The upcoming monsoon season in December is expected to help mitigate the potential impact of a Super El Niño weather phenomenon on Malaysia’s palm oil production, said Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) chief executive officer Belvinder Sron.

Sime Darby Property 1H 2026 AUM Reaches RM5 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 24 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Property Bhd’s assets under management (AUM) have grown to RM5 billion in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026) as the property developer continues to scale its recurring income portfolio while maintaining a resilient balance sheet.

Guan Chong's Net Profit Soars To RM253.02 Mln In 2Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 24 (Bernama) -- Guan Chong Bhd's net profit surged to RM253.02 million in the second quarter (2Q) ended June 30, 2026 compared with RM48.20 million in 2Q last year.

SunCon 2Q Net Profit Rises To RM103.58 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 24 (Bernama) -- Sunway Construction Group Bhd’s (SunCon) net profit for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026) increased to RM103.58 million from RM83.89 million a year earlier, driven by contributions from all segments.

KLK Posts RM1.34 Bln Net Loss In 3Q On RM1.62 Bln Impairment Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 24 (Bernama) -- Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd (KLK) posted a net loss of RM1.34 billion in the third quarter of 2026 compared with a net profit of RM346.59 million in the same quarter a year ago after accounting for a RM1.62 billion impairment loss on investment in an overseas associate, United Kingdom-listed Synthomer plc.

WCE Holdings Expects Positive Cash Flow, To Breakeven By Fy2030

PETALING JAYA, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- West Coast Expressway (WCE) toll concessionaire, WCE Holdings Bhd expects to achieve positive cash flow and breakeven by financial year 2030 (FY2030)

Sime Darby Property's 2Q Net Profit Rises To RM322.03 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 24 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Property Bhd’s net profit rose to RM322.03 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026) compared to RM143.54 million in the same quarter a year ago.