COP29 climate talks enter final stretch: What happens next?
Here's a breakdown of the known sticking points and what happens next.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Bursa Malaysia turns higher at midmorning in tandem with regional peers
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI rose 2.50 points to 1,606.54 from yesterday's close of 1,604.04.
Tue Nov 19 2024
FBM KLCI rises in opening trade ahead of OPR, US election results
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI advanced 4.01 points to 1,624.71.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Bursa Malaysia starts lower, impacted by Wall Street's performance
At 9.15 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI fell 1.24 points to 1,640.29.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Bursa Malaysia's early gains erode as investors lock in profits
The benchmark index had initially opened 1.78 points firmer at 1,647.46.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally
The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Niaga AWANI: Invest Malaysia: CIMB’s Power Move in Driving the Nation’s Investment Future
As Malaysia pushes forward with its ambitious economic plans, one of the key focal points this year is the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSSEZ). Positioned to become a major hub for cross-border investments, the JSSEZ is set to drive growth in southern Malaysia, leveraging Johor’s strategic location. At the heart of this transformation is CIMB Bank, playing a critical role in financing and shaping the future of this vibrant economic zone. Today, we’re joined by Novan Amirudin, Group CEO of CIMB, to dive into CIMB’s vision and contributions to the success of the JSSEZ and Invest Malaysia 2024.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Consider This: Youth Survey (Part 2) - Trust, Tensions, And Tomorrow
Merdeka Center’s recently released National Youth Survey points to some troubling undercurrents, particularly around ethnic relations. With regional and social divides deepening among young people, how might these trends shape our country’s future? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research, where he is Principal Investigator for the think tank’s research project on Malay Youth and Politics.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Consider This: Youth Survey (Part 1) - Trust, Tensions, And Tomorrow
Merdeka Center’s recently released National Youth Survey points to some troubling undercurrents, particularly around ethnic relations. With regional and social divides deepening among young people, how might these trends shape our country’s future? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ibrahim Ben Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Thu Sep 26 2024
World leaders to meet at UN amid threat of Gaza, Ukraine war spillovers
The wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan are going to be the three main crisis-points in focus at the General Assembly, says UN.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Ringgit breaches 4.30 level against US dollar, hits 20-month high
The market appears to be expecting a Fed rate cut of between 25 and 50 basis points, says Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Fri Sep 13 2024
FBM KLCI rises slightly at midmorning, lifted by bargain hunting
FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI gained 3.48 points to 1,643.28 from yesterday's close of 1,639.80.
Thu Sep 12 2024
Bursa rebounds higher as heavyweights recover from previous losses
FBM KLCI climbed 4.54 points to close at 1,682.73, up from 1,678.19 on Monday.
Tue Sep 03 2024