Rubber Market Closes Higher Amid Stronger Economic Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Monday, as stronger-than-expected key economic data supported market sentiment, said a dealer.

Emulate Pahang's Low-Cost Housing Project Incorporating Solar Systems, State Govts Told

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The Federal Government has not yet introduced solar photovoltaic (PV) installation assistance specifically for the low-income group, but is encouraging state governments to provide low-cost housing equipped with solar systems.

Penang Secures RM33.22 Billion For 280 Federal Development Projects

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- A total of 280 federal development projects in Penang, with a combined cost of RM33.22 billion, have been approved under the Second Rolling Plan (RP2) of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) for 2027.

DNB To Accelerate 5G Adoption, Drive Business Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) will work with its mobile network operator shareholders, customers and technology partners to accelerate 5G adoption and bring practical solutions to market, helping businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs and reach wider markets.

Bursa Malaysia Eases In Early Trade, Tracks Wall Street Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index eased in early trade on Monday, tracking losses on Wall Street last Friday amid a sell-off in technology and artificial intelligence-related stocks.

Budget 2027 To Boost Malaysia’s Competitiveness In High-value Industries – Amir Hamzah

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 will strengthen Malaysia’s position in high-value industries by attracting quality investments, deepening local supply chains and developing skilled talent, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Malaysia Fast-tracks Chip Design Via Arm IP -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is accelerating semiconductor design cycles by leveraging Arm Ltd’s intellectual property (IP), building on its 50-year manufacturing base to shorten development timelines and expand homegrown IP capabilities.

Budget 2027: RM83 Bln Development Expenditure Boosts Growth, Infrastructure

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s RM83 billion development expenditure allocation under Budget 2027 offers an opportunity to strengthen the country’s economic foundations, expand business opportunities and support sustainable growth, according to Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC).

RHB Keeps Malaysia’s 2027 GDP Growth Forecast At 4.9 Pct On Supportive Budget

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd has maintained its 2027 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for Malaysia at 4.9 per cent, following the tabling of Budget 2027.

Pahang Secures 12 Investment Commitments Worth RM421 Mln At SIBS 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- The Pahang state government has secured 12 investment commitment agreements worth RM421 million at the Selangor International Business Summit (SIBS) 2026.

Ringgit Opens Flat Against Greenback As Markets Weigh US Interest Rate Outlook

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened flat against the US dollar on Friday as external factors, including expectations of a restrictive US monetary policy, offset support from a weaker greenback.

KWAP's RM750 Mln Campus Project A Planned Commercial Investment For Long-term Returns

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The Retirement Fund Incorporated's (KWAP) RM750 million allocation under Budget 2027 represents a planned commercial investment for Projek Vista Kampus across six selected universities, with the investment intended to generate sustainable long-term returns for the retirement fund.