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Ringgit Eases Against US Dollar, Tracks Major Currencies

By Siti Radziah Hamzah & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar in the early session, tracking other major currencies, as the domestic unit is likely to stay cautious amid lingering West Asia tensions that further disrupt global oil and gas flows. 

West Asia Geopolitical Risks Push Up Prices Of Unsubsidised Petrol, Diesel - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Escalating geopolitical risks in West Asia are causing the retail prices of unsubsidised petrol and diesel to rise from July 23 to July 29, 2026, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower Amid Profit-taking, Higher Oil Prices

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Wednesday as investors continued to take profit following the recent rally, while elevated crude oil prices and lingering geopolitical tensions in West Asia kept market sentiment cautious, said an analyst. 

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Despite Stronger Crude Oil Prices, China Growth Optimism

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Wednesday, despite gains in regional rubber futures markets, firmer benchmark crude oil prices and a slightly weaker ringgit against the US dollar, according to a dealer.

Kpler Analyst Warns Oil Prices Can Soar Above US$100 Per Barrel

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) – Market intelligence company Kpler’s senior crude oil analyst Muyu Xu has warned that crude oil prices can climb above US$100 per barrel and even spike to US$120 due to acute supply constraints if the war between the United States and Iran in West Asia persists for another one or two weeks.

MAHB Records 51 Mln Passenger Movements In 1H 2026, Driven By Strong International Travel Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) recorded 51 million passenger movements across its Malaysian airports in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), up 1.8 per cent from a year earlier.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday On Mild Profit-taking

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its decline at midday on continuous selling in selected heavyweight stocks due to mild profit-taking.

Sim Calls On Manufacturers, Industry Players To Reinvest Profits In R&D

GEORGE TOWN, July 22 (Bernama) -- Factories and industry players, particularly in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, are advised to capitalise on the country's strong trade performance this year by reinvesting profits into research and development (R&D), automation, and talent development to enhance long-term competitiveness.

Pernas To Debut Bizfrancais At PIHEX 2026

GEORGE TOWN, July 22 (Bernama) – Perbadanan Nasional Bhd (Pernas) will introduce Bizfrancais at the Penang International Halal Expo (PIHEX) 2026 as a strategic platform to expand halal and shariah-compliant franchise business opportunities for local entrepreneurs.

SIAL’s Food & Drinks Expo 2026 Sales Set To Exceed RM1.081 Bln

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) – Sales from the ongoing Food and Drinks Malaysia (FDM) exhibition here are set to exceed last year’s figure of US$265 million or RM1.081 billion, despite challenges such as supply chain impediments and rising costs.

CPO Prices Seen Between RM4,400-RM4,650 Per Tonne In August -- MPOC

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to trade between RM4,400 and RM4,650 per tonne in August, supported by Indonesia’s B50 biodiesel implementation from July, firmer energy markets and improved biodiesel economics.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Amid Continued Profit-taking

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower on Wednesday, with continued profit-taking capping gains despite an overnight rebound on Wall Street, an analyst said.