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.

Toshiba Unveils 80V N-Channel Power MOSFET For AI Data Centres

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has launched “TPM1R408RH”, an 80-volt (V) N-channel power MOSFET fabricated using U-MOS11-H, its latest-generation process.

Sabah Needs Integrated Logistics Masterplan To Give Holistic Direction

LABUAN, June 30 (Bernama) -- Sabah needs an integrated logistics and transport master plan to address challenges at the structural level instead of relying on fragmented, project-by-project solutions, a logistics expert 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).

Maybank Raises Sustainable Finance Target Across ASEAN To US$73 Bln By 2030

JAKARTA, June 30 (Bernama) -- Maybank Group has committed to mobilise US$73 billion (US$1 = RM 4.06) in sustainable finance across ASEAN by 2030, raising its ambition as it continues to support what it describes as a responsible and orderly transition that drives long-term growth and resilience.

MPOB Expects CPO Prices To Remain Strong At RM4,000-RM4,300 A Tonne This Year

BANGI, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) expects the average price of crude palm oil (CPO) to remain strong at between RM4,000 and RM4,300 per tonne this year, supported by current global petroleum prices.

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)

MPOB Commercialisation Of Over 240 Technologies Shows Palm Oil Research Remains Relevant - Noraini

BANGI, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board's (MPOB) commercialisation of more than 240 technologies with a combined potential market value exceeding RM6 billion demonstrates that Malaysia’s palm oil research remains aligned with industry needs, Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad said.

ACE Market Debutant Liftech Eyes Growth In Chip, Aerospace Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- ACE Market debutant Liftech Group Bhd is eyeing growth opportunities in Malaysia's expanding semiconductor, aerospace, and data centre sectors as the country continues to attract investment in advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure.

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). 

A2RL To Make International Racing Debut In Italy 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) will make its international racing debut at Italy's Imola Circuit on Sept 5, marking the first overseas event for the autonomous motorsport championship.

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.