MISC's Net Profit Surges To RM1.15 Bln In 2Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- MISC Bhd’s net profit has more than doubled to RM1.15 billion in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026) from RM464.40 million in the same period last year.

Arc’teryx Introduces System 0 Circular Design Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Arc’teryx Equipment, a global designer of technical high-performance apparel and equipment, has introduced System 0, a new framework designed to embed circularity across the product lifecycle, from design and manufacturing through use, repair and end-of-life regeneration.

Pahang Export Day 2026 Best Platform For Local Companies To Expand Globally -- MATRADE

KUANTAN, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- The upcoming Pahang Export Day 2026 on Sept 7 will be the best platform for local companies to expand their involvement globally, boosting Pahang’s position in the international trade arena. 

iFAST Global Bank Boosts Worldwide Scan & Pay Cashback To 1.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- iFAST Global Bank (iFAST GB) has launched an enhanced rewards campaign with 1.5 per cent cashback on eligible Worldwide Scan & Pay transactions, giving customers greater value from their everyday and travel spending.

CIMB Completes RM1.38 Bln Tokenised Sukuk Settlement Pilot Test

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- CIMB Group Holdings Bhd has completed a pilot test of tokenised sukuk settlement using tokenised deposits, involving RM1.38 billion worth of tokenised sukuk subscribed by 12 institutional investors.

Six Pct GDP Growth Boosts Investors' Confidence In Malaysia - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described Malaysia’s second-quarter economic growth of six per cent as an outstanding achievement that strengthens investors’ confidence in the country.

Nippon Kinzoku Begins Ultra-Thin Stainless Steel Production For Insulin Needles

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Nippon Kinzoku Co Ltd, a Tokyo-based stainless steel manufacturer, has begun mass production of ultra-thin, narrow-width stainless steel optimised for laser welding in ultra-fine insulin needles, responding to growing global demand.

Keyfield Announces US$24.7 Mln Inai Kenanga Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Keyfield International Bhd has acquired Inai Kenanga, a mega trailing suction hopper dredger, for a cash consideration of US$24.7 million (US$1=RM4.02). 

AI Adoption Grows Among Top Cybersecurity Teams - HTB Report

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Hack The Box (HTB) has revealed that cybersecurity teams are reaching successful solutions significantly faster, completing more of the challenge set, and increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) agents into their work.

Ringgit Opens Marginally Higher Against US Dollar

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by mild buying interest after recent gains, although a stronger greenback limited further upside, said an analyst. 

Mainland China Postgraduates At UKM Help Empower Special Needs Students

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- A group of postgraduate students from mainland China at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is helping to economically empower special needs students from a school in Ampang, Selangor, with skills that will help them find employment and improve their economic status.

Gold Futures End Lower Tracking US COMEX

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today tracking the weaker performance of gold futures on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).