PM Anwar Announces Six Immediate Measures To Address People's Cost Of Living

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced six immediate measures for the people covering fuel subsidies, school maintenance, artificial intelligence (AI), healthcare digitalisation, e-Invoicing and microfinancing, which will take effect on Sept 1.

HDC Leads 15 Exporters To Fi South America As Halal Exports To Brazil Hit RM860.45 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) led 15 Malaysian halal-certified exporters to Fi South America 2026 in Sao Paulo as Malaysia’s halal exports to Brazil increased to an estimated RM860.45 million in 2025 from RM510.82 million in 2023.

Ringgit Expected To Remain Well Supported Next Week Ahead Of BNM OPR Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain well supported next week ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee meeting on Sept 3, with the central bank widely expected to keep the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.

Berjaya Corp Reduces Net Loss To RM340.36 Mln In FY2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Berjaya Corporation Bhd (BCorp) reduced its net loss to -RM340.36 million for the financial year ended June 30, 2026 (FY2026) from -RM541.97 million in FY2025.

CIMB 2Q Net Profit Rises To RM1.94 Bln, Declares 19.65 Sen Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- CIMB Group Holdings Bhd’s net profit rose to RM1.94 billion in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026) compared to RM1.89 billion in 2Q 2026, supported by broad-based performance across all businesses.

Axiata Posts Net Profit Of RM42.52 Mln In 2Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd's net profit declined to RM42.52 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 (2Q 2026), from RM270.81 million a year earlier.

CPO Futures Rebound To Close Higher On El Nino Concerns

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives rebounded to close higher on Friday, supported by expectations of weaker output in the medium term amid concerns over the El Nino weather pattern.

ZICO Trust Appoints Former PDRM Deputy IGP Mazlan Lazim As Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- ZICO Trust (M) Bhd has appointed former Deputy Inspector General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Mazlan Lazim as its chairman, effective Aug 14, 2026.

TKB To Strengthen Tourism Ecosystem, F&B Through RM1 Bln Urban Forest

IPOH, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- The Urban Forest development worth over RM1 billion in Tambun here is expected to be a catalyst for the state's economic growth when the 84-acre project is completed within three years.

Ringgit Ends Higher Ahead Of Fed Chair’s Jackson Hole Remarks

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the greenback and major currencies on Friday ahead of US Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Kevin Warsh’s speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium.

Enhanced BioNexus Status Strengthens Malaysia’s Biotechnology Ecosystem

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- The enhanced BioNexus Status framework strengthens Malaysia’s position as a platform for growing biotechnology companies by expanding support and responding to the industry’s evolving needs.

Petronas Posts Resilient Half-Year Results, Remains Steadfast In Safeguarding Energy Security 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- For the first half of the financial year ended June 30, 2026 (1H 2026), Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) recorded modest net profit and revenue that reflected disciplined execution, operational reliability and commercial excellence amid a challenging macro environment.