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Corporate News
Gamuda’s RM50bil order-book target intact
Construction outfit Gamuda Bhd has built up enough cost buffer to weather the uncertainties stemming from volatile energy prices and is confident in achieving its RM50bil order book target by the end of this year.
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Corporate News
AEON Credit sets modest FY27 targets amid geopolitical risks
AEON Credit Service (M) Bhd financial year 2027 (FY27) key performance indicators (KPI) appear modest, reflecting uncertainties stemming from current geopolitical tensions.
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Energy
Potential for nuclear to fill coal power gap
Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) may take an active role in asset ownership if the government pushes through its nuclear power plant development, according to UOB Kay Hian (UOBKH) Research.
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Corporate News
Robust pipeline keeps Alliance Bank on course
Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd (ABMB) is on track to meet its financial year ended March 31, 2026 (FY26) loan growth target of 8% to 10%, underpinned by a robust pipeline and continued momentum.
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Economy
Malaysia prepares carbon pricing rollout
Malaysia is expected to enter a more active phase once its carbon tax framework is formalised under the upcoming Climate Change Bill.
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Markets
FBM KLCI steady in choppy markets
The two-week truce between warring parties in the Gulf region has provided relief to global markets, but a reset in investor expectations will depend on clearer signals of an end to the conflict and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Business
Ageing population shifts the re-rating narrative
The case for a further re-rating of Malaysia's private healthcare sector is strengthening as structural demand drivers begin to translate more visibly into earnings.
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Corporate News
Perak Transit names Jeffrey Cheong deputy
Perak Transit Bhd has appointed Jeffrey Cheong Mun Kwong as deputy executive director to lead the group's digitalisation efforts across its operations.
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Corporate News
Bus Cap secures Bursa Malaysia nod for ACE Market listing
Bus Cap Bhd has secured approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd to undertake an initial public offering (IPO) and list on the ACE Market.
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Corporate News
SC appoints Manoj Kurup as executive director for enforcement
The Securities Commission (SC) has appointed Datuk Manoj Kurup as executive director, enforcement, with immediate effect.
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Economy
Cost edge keeps semiconductor investment flowing
Malaysia's cost advantage within the global semiconductor value chain continues to attract investment, even as the country moves to capture greater value through higher-end activities.
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Markets
Asia’s ceasefire relief rally hinges on Hormuz and oil, say analysts
Donald Trump's announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran brings welcome relief to Asian markets in the short term, according to strategists.
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Corporate News
EPB eyes transfer from ACE to Main Market
EPB Group Bhd has proposed to transfer its listing from the ACE Market to the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.
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Corporate News
Hartanah cushions margins amid global volatility
Amid global cost swings, Sarawak construction company Hartanah Kenyalang Bhd says early material lock-ins and strategic subcontracting have helped cushion the group's margins.
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Corporate News
Inta Bina bags RM32mil construction job
Inta Bina Group Bhd has accepted a letter of award from Eco Ardence Sdn Bhd for the design and build of main building works in Shah Alam, Selangor, worth RM32.41mil.
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Corporate News
LSH Capital wins Kuantan road contract
Lim Seong Hai Capital Bhd (LSH Capital) has entered into a strategic collaboration and secured a provisional subcontract for a road upgrading project in Kuantan, Pahang, marking a step in its ongoing construction activities.
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Corporate News
Infoline unit to buy RM19mil factories
Infoline Tec Group Bhd has proposed to acquire two adjoining three-storey semi-detached factory buildings in Sungai Buloh, Selangor, for a total cash consideration of RM18.58mil, alongside plans to introduce an employees' share option scheme.
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Forex
Ringgit rises to 3.97 as US-Iran ceasefire lifts market
The ringgit strengthened to close at 3.97 against the US dollar yesterday, as optimism returned following a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran in the West Asia conflict.
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Corporate News
PMW International partners STIDC for Sarawak plant
PMW International Bhd has entered into a share subscription and shareholders' agreement with Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corp (STIDC) to undertake the development and operation of a new manufacturing facility in Tanjung Manis, Mukah, Sarawak.
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Banking
Islamic banking industry remains resilient
The Islamic banking industry remains resilient, supported by strong capital and liquidity positions, amid uncertainties in the Middle East, says the Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia.
