Rubber Market Ends Mixed On Positive Global Data, Lower Oil Prices

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Friday, supported by positive global economic data, a dealer said.

Malaysia's Headline Inflation Eases To 1.9 Pct In June On Lower Retail Fuel Inflation -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Lower retail fuel inflation, particularly for RON97 and diesel, contributed to Malaysia’s headline inflation easing to 1.9 per cent in June, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Riyadh Air Begins Direct Flights To Kuala Lumpur, Its First Gateway Into Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Riyadh Air has launched direct flights between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur, making the Malaysian capital its first gateway into Southeast Asia.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Positive At Midday, In Line With Most Regional Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed higher at midday, supported by buying activities, in tandem with the stronger performance across most regional markets.

Mary Kay Reports Progress On 2030 Sustainability Goals

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Mary Kay Inc has released its 2026 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress towards its 2030 goals and key achievements in environmental, social and economic initiatives in 2025.

AICB, ICC Academy Launch Certified Trade Finance Qualification To Strengthen Malaysia’s Talent Pipeline

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) in collaboration with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Academy has officially launched the Certified Trade Finance Professional (CTFP) programme in Malaysia, expanding access to an internationally recognised qualification for professionals supporting cross-border trade.

Global Air Passenger Demand Falls 1.7 Pct In June 2026 -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Global air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), fell 1.7 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in June 2026, largely due to declines in domestic markets in China, the United States and Japan, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

PSP Energy's Unit Secures Sinopec Lubricant Distributorship Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- PSP Energy Bhd’s (PSP Energy) wholly owned subsidiary, PSP Lubricants (M) Sdn Bhd (PSP Lubricants), has been appointed by Sinopec Lubricant Co Ltd (Sinopec) as its authorised distributor for Perak, Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang.

Foreign Investors' Confidence Also Drives Domestic Investment Growth - Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has remained a preferred destination for foreign companies due to its strategic position and neutrality in the global geopolitical landscape as well as access to a wide range of markets, contributing to RM1.14 trillion in approved investments over the three years under the MADANI Government.

Bursa Malaysia 2Q Net Profit Rises To RM71.77 Mln, 16.5 Sen Dividend Declared

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd’s net profit for the second quarter of the financial year ending Dec 31, 2026 (2Q FY2026) increased to RM71.77 million from RM57.05 million a year earlier.

Malaysian MSMEs Ready To Tap ASEAN's 680-mln-consumer Market Under DEFA: Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are well positioned to tap ASEAN's 680-million-consumer market under the proposed Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), supported by their high level of digital adoption, Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Sim Tze Tzin said.

IJM Chairman Krishnan Tan To Step Down After Four Decades

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- IJM Corporation Bhd chairman Tan Sri Krishnan Tan will step down after more than four decades with the group, as he will not seek re-election at the company's annual general meeting (AGM) on Aug 27.