Nuclear Power Could Strengthen Malaysia’s Low-carbon, Reliable Energy Mix

SINGAPORE, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Nuclear power could be a viable long-term addition to Malaysia’s energy mix, complementing renewable energy to deliver a system that is low-carbon, environmentally sustainable, secure and reliable.

Malaysia's PPI Up 12 Pct In September 2026 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 12.0 per cent in September 2026, from 10.7 per cent in August 2026, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Govt Has Yet To Set Target Year For 1MDB Claims, Asset Recovery -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The government has not set a target year to conclude all claims and asset recovery efforts related to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB), Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

Bursa Malaysia Key Index Remains Slightly Lower At Midday On Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index remained slightly lower at midday today, dragged by continued selling in selected heavyweight stocks, particularly in the financial services sector. 

Fitch Sees Malaysia’s Islamic Finance Topping US$800 Bln, Growth To Continue

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Fitch Ratings estimates Malaysia’s Islamic finance industry to have exceeded US$800 billion (US$1 = RM4.08) at the end of the third quarter of 2026 (3Q26), with growth expected to continue, supported by a deep domestic market, a mature ecosystem and policy support under Budget 2027.

KLCI Futures Open Mostly Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives opened mostly lower on Wednesday.

Nestle Malaysia Emerges As Top Gainer In Early Trade On Stronger 3Q Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Nestle (Malaysia) Bhd shares emerged as top gainer in early trade today following a stronger performance in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2026 (3Q 2026) .

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Improved Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Wednesday as market sentiment improved, tracking overnight gains on Wall Street following fresh artificial intelligence (AI)-related funding announcements.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar For Eight Consecutive Trading Days

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar for the eighth consecutive trading day today, reflecting continued positive momentum in the local currency at the start of trading.

99,000 Job Opportunities Created From Over RM200 Bln Investments In 1H 2026 -- MITI

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- A total of 99,030 job opportunities are expected to be created through 2,746 approved investment projects in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), opening up more opportunities for Malaysians to fill high-skilled jobs and enjoy better incomes. 

CPO Futures Extend Losses On Production Concerns

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended losses for the second consecutive day to end lower on Tuesday due to expectations of strong October production despite improving export demand.

Gold Futures End Lower, Tracking COMEX Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday, tracking losses on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).