FBM KLCI Expansion To Better Reflect Malaysia’s Economy, Stock Weighting Impact Manageable -- AHAM Capital

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) from 30 to 50 constituents is expected to provide a more accurate representation of Malaysia’s domestic economy.

Gold Futures End Lower, Tracking COMEX Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Wednesday, tracking losses on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar On Improved Risk Appetite

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the greenback on Wednesday as investors' risk appetite improved ahead of US inflation data, with sentiment supported by the Budget 2027 announcement last week.

Perak Contributes RM12.29 Bln To Nation's Total Trade In 8M 2026

IPOH, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Perak has contributed RM12.29 billion, or 0.5 per cent, to Malaysia’s total trade in the first eight months of this year (8M 2026), an increase of 7.6 per cent compared with 8M 2025.

JAG Acquires 6.17 Pct Stake In Australia-Listed Metal Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- JAG Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary, JAG Capital Equity Sdn Bhd, is subscribing to new shares representing 6.17 per cent of the enlarged issued share capital of Australia-listed gold exploration and development company Metal Bank Ltd for A$752,400 (about RM2.15 million).

Selangor Young Entrepreneurs Urged To Expand Into ASEAN Markets – Tengku Amir Shah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) — Young entrepreneurs in Selangor should look beyond domestic markets and view ASEAN cities such as Jakarta, Bangkok, Manila and Ho Chi Minh City as natural destinations for business expansion, said Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj. 

Subsidy Targeting, Jualan Rahmah Help Shield People From External Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The government has introduced targeted subsidies and made essential goods available at affordable prices through the Jualan Rahmah programme to cushion the impact of external risks on the people.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Winning Streak To Four Days As Bargain Hunting Continues

By Siti Noor Afera Abu & Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s index extended its winning streak to four consecutive days, ending higher on Wednesday, as bargain hunting continued in banking heavyweights, with the market remaining largely in positive territory throughout the trading session.

Selangor Attracts Over RM3 Bln In Potential Investment From Four Foreign Investors

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Selangor has attracted potential investment exceeding RM3 billion from four foreign investors through Letters of Intent (LOIs) facilitated by UOB Malaysia to Invest Selangor, reflecting the investors' strong interest in exploring business and growth opportunities in the state.

MCE Bags RM23.29 Mln Contracts To Supply Automotive Electronic Components To US Company

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- MCE Holdings Bhd unit, Multi-Code Electronics Industries (M) Bhd, has secured contracts worth RM23.29 million from a US-based automotive components supplier to supply automotive electronic components.

Gamuda-MiTAC JV Wins RM3.72 Bln Keelung MRT Contract In Taiwan

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Gamuda Bhd and Taiwan-based MiTAC Information Technology Corp’s joint venture (JV) has secured a NT$29.22 billion (approximately RM3.72 billion) contract to design and construct the Keelung Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system and trackwork project in Taiwan.

ABB Bank’s Turnaround Featured In IE Business School Case Study

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Azerbaijan’s ABB Bank has become the subject of a case study at IE Business School, which examines the lender’s strategic and digital transformation since 2016 and its growth plans for 2026 to 2028.