Japan's Nikkei hits all-time high on Wall Street rally, snap election bets
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average surged to a record high on Tuesday, as markets played catch-up with Wall Street's recent two-day rally following a public holiday in the Asian nation earlier this week.
Ringgit extends gains against US$ at opening
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended its momentum to open higher on Tuesday against a weaker greenback amid growing market concern over the United States (US) Federal Reserve's (Fed) independence following continued pressure on its monetary policy stance.
FBM KLCI hits 1,700 as banks surge to record levels
KUALA LUMPUR: The buying momentum on the FBM KLCI is picking up speed as investor risk appetite improved amid confidence over the health of the global economy.
S&P 500, Dow hit closing record highs; Walmart, tech climb
NEW YORK: The S&P 500 and Dow registered record closing highs on Monday, with shares of technology companies and retailer Walmart gaining and as investors mostly brushed aside concerns about the U.S. Justice Department's criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
MN Holdings seeks transfer to Main Market
PETALING JAYA: MN Holdings Bhd is proposing a transfer of its listing from the ACE Market to the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia, alongside proposed amendments to its constitution to facilitate the implementation of the transfer.
Impact Capital plans ACE Market IPO to boost operations
PETALING JAYA: Impact Capital Holdings Bhd is eyeing a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.
Teamstar inks underwriting deal ahead of ACE Market listing
KUALA LUMPUR: Teamstar Bhd has signed an underwriting agreement with TA Securities Holdings Bhd for its proposed initial public offering (IPO) on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.
Foreign investors turn net buyers
KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign investors turned net buyers of Bursa Malaysia equities last week, snapping a four-week selling streak, with net inflows of RM42.5mil.
Investments, ringgit to drive corporate profits
PETALING JAYA: Corporate Malaysia is expected to see stronger earnings in 2026, partly driven by continued investments and the strength of the ringgit, analysts say.
Bursa Malaysia benchmark hits new six-year high
KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia's benchmark index extended its upward momentum to close at a fresh six-year high yesterday, supported by sustained buying interest in heavyweight and plantation stocks, in tandem with stronger performances across regional markets.
