Kuala lumpur: The recent fluctuation in oil prices has highlighted a subtle yet significant vulnerability in Malaysia’s energy sector, notwithstanding its status as a net energy exporter, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).
Accord…
Penang: Penang Port Commission (PPC) is exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to optimise port operations, reduce equipment idling and energy consumption, and accelerate its transformation into a smarter, lower-carbon maritime hub. PPC cha…
Kuala lumpur: 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd’s (99 Holdings) net profit for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, increased by 13.4 percent to RM163.95 million from RM144.63 million a year ago. According to BERNAMA News Agency, revenue for the sa…
Jakarta: CIMB Niaga is among eight payment service providers participating in Bank Indonesia’s (BI) newly launched Indonesian Credit Card (KKI), which offers individuals and businesses a new credit payment option for transactions through the country’s…
Bangkok: Thailand’s economy grew by 1.9 per cent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, marking a slowdown from the 2.8 per cent growth recorded in the first quarter, as detailed in a report by the National Economic and Social Development Council…
Kuala lumpur: The ringgit closed higher against both major and regional currencies on Monday, buoyed by softer US economic data which has reduced market expectations for a potential US Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September. At the close of t…