Malaysia's F1 Return To Boost Retail, F&B SMEs, Says Retailers Association

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Consumer spending across the retail and food and beverage (F&B) sectors, particularly among small and medium enterprises (SMEs), is expected to gain momentum from higher visitor arrivals and stronger demand generated by Malaysia's hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.

Admi Shahrul Thrives On The Adrenaline Rush As Porsche’s Elite Sportscar Instructor

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Racing a sports car can deliver an adrenaline rush, but for Admi Shahrul Ahmad Saffian, helping others master these high-performance vehicles gives him a sense of excitement and a passion that has become even more rewarding.

Sabah Set To Get 40 Pct Stake In FLNG Project, Says Hajiji

KALABAKAN, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Sabah government is expected to secure a 40 per cent stake in a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) project in the state under an agreement to be signed with Petronas in the coming months.

Economy Ministry Mulls Pilot Project To Tackle Ageing Population

JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Economy Ministry is identifying a pilot project to address challenges arising from Malaysia's ageing population, with plans to roll it out next year.

MRB: No Rubber Production Incentive For July 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB) said the Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) for cuplump and latex was not activated nationwide for July 2026.

PKMM Urges Govt To Expedite Rollout Of Construction Projects For 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Malay Contractors Association of Malaysia (PKMM) has urged the government to expedite the implementation of construction projects planned for 2026 to ensure the continued operation of local contractors and revitalise the country’s construction sector. 

Gold Futures Expected To Hover Around US$4,050-US$4,100 Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade within a tight range of between US$4,050 and US$4,100 per troy ounce next week, with an upward bias.

Rubber Market To Trade Lower Next Week On Expectations Of Supply Increase

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade lower next week as an increase in supply is expected to weigh on prices. 

Fuel Supply Across Petronas Stations to Be Stable, Sufficient Until September -- Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The supply of fuel (including petrol and diesel) at Petronas gas stations nationwide is expected to be stable and sufficient until September, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Legal and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. 

TH Heeds RCI Recommendations, Distributes Profits Based On Audited Results

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Lembaga Tabung Haji’s (TH) profit distribution is only announced based on audited financial results, thus strengthening the integrity of the financial reporting process and increasing depositors' confidence in the institution. 

F&N 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM93.58 Mln On Lower Tax Expense

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd’s (F&N) net profit rose to RM93.58 million in the third quarter ended June 30, 2026 (3Q FY2026) compared to RM84.82 million in the same period a year ago, arising from lower tax expense for the quarter.

JS-SEZ Master Plan To Be Launched This December -- Akmal Nasrullah

BATU PAHAT, 31 July (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Master Plan is expected to be officially launched in conjunction with the Annual Leaders' Retreat this December, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.