Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower Amid Lack Buying Interest

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week lower amid a lack of buying interest, reflecting continued cautious sentiment, said an analyst. 

MITI Never Cleared Megaspeed, Speedmatrix, Saying Data Centre Visits Part Of Routine Monitoring

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has never cleared Singapore-based Megaspeed International Pte Ltd or its Malaysian affiliate, Speedmatrix Sdn Bhd.

Malaysia's Property Transactions Record 0.7 Pct Growth In Third Quarter Of 2026

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s property market grew by 0.7 per cent in the third quarter of 2026, recording 108,990 transactions compared with the third quarter of 2025, with a total transaction value of RM60.31 billion.

Insurers, Takaful Operators Must Increase Agent Professionalism -- LIAM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) must strengthen their agency management systems, particularly in recruitment, training, coaching and supervision, to ensure agents deliver consistent and quality services to customers, said the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM).

Lunch In Kota Bharu, Back In KLFor Dinner? ECRL Brings That Day Closer

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Before 2026 ends, a Kuala Lumpur resident could head to Kota Bharu for a plate of Kelantan’s nasi kerabu at lunch and be back in KL for dinner at a mamak.

Gibran's Exit: Indonesia Faces Renewed Pressure To Sustain Investor Confidence -- Analyst

JAKARTA, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia faces renewed pressure to maintain investor confidence and economic stability after vice-president Gibran Rakabuming Raka's resignation, with his successor's credibility expected to play a crucial role in shaping market sentiment, an economist said.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower Amid Broad-based Selling

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its losing streak for a fourth consecutive session, closing lower on Thursday amid continued broad-based selling that weighed on market sentiment, an analyst said.

Requirement To Disclose Data Centre Operations Information To Be Embedded In Law

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The requirement to disclose data centre operations information, including electricity usage and the number of graphics processing unit (GPU) chips imported, will be embedded in law to enable the government to monitor data centre operations, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

ECRL To Offer Faster, More Comfortable Journey Home For East Coast Folk

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KOTA BHARU, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- For thousands of East Coast residents earning a living in the Klang Valley, returning to their hometowns has traditionally meant long hours on the road and the ordeal of facing heavy traffic, especially during festive seasons and long holidays.

Malaysia Has To Strengthen Safety Standards For Battery Energy Storage Systems

KLANG, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to strengthen safety standards and certification for battery energy storage systems (BESS) to ensure that the technology can be used safely and sustainably, in line with national efforts to accelerate the transition to renewable energy.

Hangzhou AI Hub Draws Over 1,000 One-Person Company Applications

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The Liangzhu SHUQIWAN AI+ Industry Community in Hangzhou has received more than 1,000 applications to set up one-person companies since opening in September 2025, as the city’s Liangzhu New City seeks to attract young talent.

Bursa Malaysia Slips At Open Despite Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Thursday as cautious investor sentiment persisted despite overnight gains on Wall Street.