The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said it has introduced a series of incentive programmes to advance the development of the digital creative industry and boost the sector's international competitiveness.

MDEC rolls out fresh incentive programmes to boost competitiveness of digital content industry 

Malaysia has secured a zero-import duties arrangement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) — Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland — paving the way for the signing of the free trade agreement in June 2025, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti).

Malaysia secures zero-import duties with four-nation European bloc amid trade uncertainties 

Sapura Resources Bhd (KL:SAPRES) and its subsidiaries have initiated legal action against its former managing director and director Datuk Shahriman Shamsuddin and three others, alleging breaches of fiduciary, statutory and contractual duties, as well as conspiracy to injure the companies.

Sapura Resources sues ex-MD Datuk Shahriman and others for over RM3 mil in damages

Below is a summary of how key Bursa Malaysia indices and the ringgit performed on Thursday.

FBM KLCI surges 4.47% to 1,463.13 on April 10, 2025

Some Malaysian exporters of manufactured goods destined for the United States have temporarily halted shipments as they await clearer information on the financial implications of the newly imposed tariffs, which took effect on Wednesday.

Malaysian exporters halt US shipments amid tariff confusion

KUALA LUMPUR (April 9): Here is a brief recap of some corporate announcements that made news on Wednesday;

AMMB Holdings Bhd's (KL:AMBANK) group chief financial officer Shafiq Abdul Jabbar is stepping down “to pursue other professional opportunities”. Industry sources say Shafiq ...

AMMB, KIP REIT, Khee San, Sapura Energy, Jati Tinggi, AWC, Hibiscus Petroleum, HHRG

The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has completed excavation works for 38 tunnels along its rail alignment two months ahead of schedule, putting it on track to achieving 41 tunnel breakthroughs by the third quarter of this year.

ECRL completes 38 tunnel excavations ahead of schedule

ACE Market-bound MSB Global Group Bhd announced on Tuesday that the 30.5 million new shares offered to the Malaysian public under its initial public offering (IPO) at 20 sen apiece were oversubscribed by 6.46 times.

Auto parts distributor MSB Global's IPO sees 6.46 times oversubscription 

One week on since the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire, and supply has resumed for a number of affected companies, while others continue to face disruption, with some relying on pricier alternative fuel sources to ensure operational continuity.

Patchy gas restoration raises stability concerns; firms lean on alternatives

Ge-Shen Corp Bhd (KL:GESHEN) has appointed Datuk Tee Siew Kiong as its new non-executive chairman, effective immediately, following the resignation of Datuk Keh Chuan Seng as group executive chairman in March.

Ge-Shen names Datuk Tee Siew Kiong as non-executive chairman

Minister of Law and Institutional Reform in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said and Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick will represent the Malaysian government at the state funeral ceremony for the late Pope Francis, scheduled for Saturday in Vatican City.

Azalina, Ewon to represent Malaysia at Pope Francis’ funeral

The Johor government has decided to declare next Monday, April 28, as a special holiday for the entire state, as a sign of support and to commemorate Johor Darul Ta’zim’s (JDT) footballing achievements.

Public holiday in Johor next Monday to commemorate JDT's footballing achievements

Foreign broker CLSA Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd on Friday announced its entry into Malaysia’s structured warrants market with the launch of six new instruments on Bursa Malaysia, aimed at a broad spectrum of investors.

CLSA launches structured warrants in Malaysia

(April 25): Asian shares rose on signs the Trump administration may be making progress on trade negotiations, and after US Federal Reserve officials indicated they would be open to cutting rates earlier than anticipated.

Asian stocks rise on trade talks, rate-cut hopes

Sarawak’s very own airline, AirBorneo, which is scheduled to commence operation next year, carries the state’s aspiration to enhance regional connectivity among the Asean nations, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said.

AirBorneo carries Sarawak's wish for better Asean connectivity, says Abang Johari

KUALA LUMPUR (April 25): Bursa Malaysia’s equities opened higher on Friday, echoing the overnight strong performance of US equities, despite a widespread hacking incident affecting Malaysian stock trading accounts the day prior.

KLCI gains to track US rally despite overnight hacking, amid rate cut hopes

KUALA LUMPUR (April 25): Bursa Malaysia opened as usual on Friday, as the Securities Commission (SC) and Bursa Malaysia said it has launched active investigations into recent reports of unauthorised access and trade involving several online trading accounts.

Bursa Malaysia opens as usual as regulators investigate online trading account breach

MORNING CALL: 25/4/25

President Donald Trump said his administration was talking with China on trade, after Beijing denied the existence of negotiations on a deal and demanded the US revoke all unilateral tariffs.

“They had a meeting this morning,” Trump said Thursday during a meeting with Norway’s prime minister when a reporter asked about the Chinese statement.

Trump says US talking with China on trade after Beijing’s denial

Wall Street investors weighing the impacts of Donald Trump’s trade war on Corporate America sent stocks climbing amid bets the Federal Reserve could cut rates sooner than anticipated to prevent a recession.

The S&P 500 rose 2% to the highest since the day Trump announced his tariff offensive.

US stock rally powers on as Alphabet up in late hours

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Thursday.

ViTrox, Unisem, Atlan, Luxchem, Pantech Global, Chin Hin, Ajiya, Binastra, Magma, IGB REIT, IGB Commercial REIT, Steel Hawk, Perdana Petroleum

KUALA LUMPUR (April 25): Bursa Malaysia opened as usual on Friday, as the Securities Commission (SC) and Bursa Malaysia said it has launched active investigations into&nbsp;recent reports of unauthorised access and trade involving several online trading accounts.&nbsp;

The Health Ministry (MOH) is offering 57,093 appointment slots for senior citizens with comorbidities to receive free influenza vaccinations.

The initiative, under the Influenza Immunisation Programme for Senior Citizens, is being implemented at 649 selected health clinics nationwide until the end of August.

Free influenza vaccines for senior citizens with comorbidities

KUALA LUMPUR (April 25): Bursa Malaysia’s equities opened higher on Friday, echoing the overnight strong performance of US equities, despite a widespread hacking incident affecting Malaysian stock trading accounts the day prior.

President Donald Trump said his administration was talking with China on trade, after Beijing denied the existence of negotiations on a deal and demanded the US revoke all unilateral tariffs.

“They had a meeting this morning,” Trump said Thursday during a meeting with Norway’s prime minister when a reporter asked about the Chinese statement.&nbsp;

Toyo Ventures Holdings Bhd (KL:TOYOVEN), which is disputing the termination of its Vietnam power plant project with the Vietnamese government in hopes of a resolution, announced on Thursday that the Export-Import Bank of Malaysia (EXIM Bank) is going to terminate its mandate as the exclusive lead arranger for project.

EXIM Bank pulls out as lead arranger for Toyo Ventures' Vietnam power plant

The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) is ready to fully cooperate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in its investigation into two of its officers linked to false claims relating to the Command &amp; Control, Communication &amp; Computer Integration (C4i) system.

PDRM to fully cooperate with MACC's C4i false claims probe — IGP

Wall Street investors weighing the impacts of Donald Trump’s trade war on Corporate America sent stocks climbing amid bets the Federal Reserve could cut rates sooner than anticipated to prevent a recession.

The S&amp;P 500 rose 2% to the highest since the day Trump announced his&nbsp;tariff offensive.

(April 25): Orders placed with US factories for business equipment barely rose in March, suggesting firms are growing cautious amid uncertainty surrounding tariffs and tax policy.

The value of core capital goods orders, a proxy for investment in equipment excluding aircraft and military...

US capital goods orders barely rise amid caution over tariffs

Sarawak’s very own airline, AirBorneo, which is scheduled to commence operation next year, carries the state’s aspiration to enhance regional connectivity among the Asean nations, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said.

(April 25):&nbsp;Asian shares rose on signs the Trump administration may be making progress on trade negotiations, and after US Federal Reserve officials indicated they would be open to cutting rates earlier than anticipated.

Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller said firms may begin laying off more workers if aggressive tariff levels are reinstated by the Trump administration, and he’d support rate cuts in that scenario to protect the labour market.

Fed’s Waller says he’d support rate cuts if tariffs drive job losses

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones overnight, killing at least 12 people in the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year and drawing a rare rebuke from Donald Trump who told Vladimir Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!"

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attack kills 12 in Kyiv

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong began the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) election rally with a call for unity, urging voters not to let external forces or differing views on global issues divide the nation during the heat of the campaign.

Singapore GE2025: PM Wong calls for unity as PAP kicks off election rally

Sales of previously owned US homes fell in March by the most since 2022 as buyers remained constrained by high mortgage rates and prices.

Contract closings decreased 5.9% last month to an annualised rate of 4.02 million, the weakest March since 2009, according to National Association of Realtors (NAR) figures released on Thursday.

US existing home sales fall by most since 2022 on rates, prices

Foreign broker CLSA Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd on Friday announced its entry into Malaysia’s structured warrants market with the launch of six new instruments on Bursa Malaysia, aimed at a broad spectrum of investors.&nbsp;

Median pay among top US CEOs rose 7.5% to a record US$16.8 million (RM73.83 million) for 2024, a new study found, as big stock grants boosted leaders' reported earnings well beyond the pay received by US workers.

Median US CEO pay hits record US$16.8 mil on soaring stock awards

PKR Youth deputy chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim has called on youths in the Ayer Kuning state constituency to participate in the democratic process by casting their votes in the by-election this Saturday.

PKR Youth deputy chief urges youths to vote in Ayer Kuning by-election

The Johor government has decided to declare next Monday, April 28, as a special holiday for the entire state, as a sign of support and to commemorate&nbsp;Johor Darul Ta’zim’s (JDT) footballing&nbsp;achievements.

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