Ringgit Opens Firmer Against Greenback As US Posts Weaker Consumer Confidence Data

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- The ringgit was firmer against the US dollar in the early session, supported by weaker-than-expected US consumer confidence data that weighed on the greenback.

Ringgit Closes Lower Ahead of Key US Economic Data

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today as market participants stayed cautious ahead of key United States economic data due later tonight.

Bursa Malaysia Ends On A Softer Note

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the first half of the 2026 trading year on a softer note, following a range-bound trading session as investors remained cautious amid the lack of fresh domestic catalysts.

KL Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Regional Futures Gains

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Tuesday, supported by gains in regional rubber futures markets and a slightly weaker ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

Malaysian Exporters Record RM160 Mln In Trade Leads At Korea Import Expo 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian delegation has secured export prospects of RM160 million at the recently concluded Korea Import Expo (KIE) 2026, outperforming the initial target of RM120 million, said the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE). 

Digital Payment Provider Paydibs Eyes Southeast Asia, South Asia Expansion

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Homegrown Malaysian fintech company Paydibs Sdn Bhd is expanding into Southeast Asia and South Asia, with plans to enter Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines by the end of this year, said its chief executive officer Tee Kean Kang.

Ringgit Higher Against Greenback In Early Trade, Tracks Weaker US Dollar Index

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit was higher against the US dollar in the early session today, tracking a weaker US dollar index (DXY) as traders positioned ahead of key US labour market and consumer confidence data.

Subsidy Rationalisation To Safeguard MSME Margins, Malaysia's Competitiveness - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Subsidy rationalisation can help safeguard the profit margins of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and preserve Malaysia’s competitiveness if implemented gradually, in a targeted manner and accompanied by comprehensive support measures.

BProperty Eyes Stake In Perlis Maritime Corridor Project Via RM58 Mln Share Subscription

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Berjaya Property Bhd (BProperty) seeks to participate in the Perlis Maritime Corridor (PMC) project by subscribing to 29 per cent equity interest in Manjaran Sdn Bhd for RM58 million.

Ringgit Strengthens Against Major, Regional Currencies At The Close

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against major and regional currencies, supported by lower crude oil prices, which helped improve risk sentiment amid ongoing United States-Iran peace negotiations.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Weaker Regional Futures

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Monday, weighed down by regional rubber futures.

SAMENTA Unveils New Council, Sets AI, Policy Reform Agenda For SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA) has unveiled its national council for the 2026-2029 term, outlining priorities that include adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and policy reforms to strengthen small and medium enterprises (SMEs).