IJM Corp Appoints Johan Idris As Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Conglomerate IJM Corporation Bhd (IJM Corp) has announced the appointment of Datuk Johan Idris as independent non-executive director and chairman.

Yinson Production's FPSO JAK Contract Extended To 2036

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Yinson Holdings Bhd’s 79 per cent-owned subsidiary Yinson Production (West Africa) Pte. Ltd and its 49 per cent-owned Yinson Production (West Africa) Ltd have signed a contract amendment with Eni Ghana Exploration and Production Ltd (Eni).

AMRO Upgrades Malaysia’s 2026 & 2027 Growth Forecasts As AI Investment Boosts Economy

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has raised its economic growth forecast for Malaysia to 5.1 per cent in 2026 from 4.9 per cent previously, and to 4.8 per cent in 2027 from 4.7 per cent, driven by robust artificial intelligence (AI)-related exports and investment.

Alpha IVF Proposes Transfer To Main Market By 4Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Alpha IVF Group Bhd has proposed transferring its listing from the ACE Market to the Main Market, slated for completion by the fourth quarter of 2026 (4Q 2026).

Argentina Unveils Citizenship by Investment Programme 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Argentina has unveiled details of its new Citizenship by Investment Programme, with applications expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2026 as the country seeks to position its wider economic and strategic assets more prominently on the international stage.

Budget 2027 Seen Continuing Targeted Measures For Technology Sector -- Apex Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 is expected to continue targeted measures covering funding, incentives, ecosystem development and talent to support the technology sector, said Apex Securities Bhd.

Malaysia Must Navigate Rising Geopolitical, Economic Pressures As Trading Nation - Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must navigate rising geopolitical tensions and economic pressures as a trading nation deeply integrated into global supply chains, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Refined SST System Could Create More Efficient Tax Environment – EY

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- A refined sales and services tax (SST) system incorporating measures to minimise tax cascading, broaden the tax base and strengthen compliance could help create a more neutral and efficient tax environment for businesses, according to EY Malaysia’s Tax Managing Partner Farah Rosley.

Airwallex To Double Malaysia Workforce In 2026, Deepen Local Presence

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Global financial technology company Airwallex plans to double its headcount in Malaysia this year as it deepens its local presence, supported by growing cross-border transaction volumes.

Gold Futures Seen Trading In US$4,100-US$4,300 Range Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are likely to trade between US$4,100 and US$4,300 per troy ounce next week, with the precious metal expected to remain highly sensitive to United States economic data and broader monetary policy expectations.

Eco-Shop Marks 23rd Anniversary With Buy & Win Campaign, RM250,000 In Prizes Up For Grabs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Eco-Shop Malaysia Berhad is marking its 23rd anniversary with a nationwide Buy & Win campaign from Oct 5 to Nov 29, offering customers the chance to win prizes worth a total of RM250,000.

Gold Futures End Higher Ahead of US Nonfarm Payrolls Report

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Friday, in line with firmer global bullion prices, and amid continued caution ahead of the US nonfarm payrolls report tonight.