Weststar, Rocket Technologies International Collaboration To Generate Over US$10 Bln Commercial Potential

CANBERRA, July 1 (Bernama) -- The strategic joint venture agreement (JVA) between Weststar Group and Australia's Rocket Technologies International Pty Ltd is expected to contribute significantly to bilateral trade and economic growth between Malaysia and Australia, with long-term commercial potential estimated at over US$10 billion (US$1 = RM4.08) through future aerospace, defence, satellite, and advanced technology programmes. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session on a firmer note, supported by selective buying interest in heavyweight counters, particularly within the utilities sector, amid range-bound trading.

Ant International's KL Hub To Create Jobs, Boost Local Capabilities -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Ant International’s decision to establish its Global Operations Centre in Kuala Lumpur will help create jobs and strengthen local capabilities, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, as Malaysia seeks to position itself as a regional hub for digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI).

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia kicked off the second half of 2026 on a positive note, buoyed by stronger overnight gains on Wall Street and improving market sentiment as progress in US-Iran peace negotiations lifted investor confidence.

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.

CPO Futures Close Lower Amid Concerns Over Rising Output

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Tuesday due to concerns over rising production in the coming weeks. 

WTO Must Adapt To Current International Economic Realities — Johari Ghani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The World Trade Organization (WTO) must adapt to the realities of today’s international economy to remain relevant amid intensifying competition and evolving global trade dynamics, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Veson Nautical Launches Unified AI Platform For Maritime Operations, Data Insights

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Veson Nautical has unveiled the Veson Platform, a unified, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered experience that brings together IMOS, CoCaptain, Mail, and newly released Vessel Insights and Bunker Insights under a single interface.

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.

 Malaysia's Next Economic Milestone: Can GDP Per Capita Reach US$20,000 By Early 2030s?

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has crossed another important economic milestone, with nominal gross domestic product (GDP) per capita surpassing the US$15,000 (US$1 = RM4.06) mark in 2026, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

PJL Sells First Team In US$50 Mln Deal To McCarthy Jumping Team

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Premier Jumping League (PJL) announced that seasoned trader, investor, and competitive race car driver Jason McCarthy and McCarthy Jumping League LLC acquired the league’s first team in a landmark US$50 million transaction. (US$1=RM4.06)