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Financial Institutions Ready To Assist Malaysians Affected By Nepal-China Floods -- BNM

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Financial service providers stand ready to extend appropriate relief and support to the families of the victims affected by the recent floods along the Nepal-China border, in line with applicable laws and regulatory requirements, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Budget 2027 Should Focus On Outcomes Of Technology Investments - Epicor

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 should focus on ensuring technology investments translate into measurable gains in productivity, quality and supply chain resilience, rather than merely encouraging manufacturers to adopt new technologies, according to technology company Epicor.

Rubber Prices Likely To Move Higher Next Week On Weather Concerns

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to see volatility in supply and demand next week, with prices likely to move higher before stabilising, largely depending on weather conditions, said industry expert Denis Low.

Ringgit Expected To Gain Ground Next Week Amid Weaker US Jobs Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to strengthen against the US dollar next week, trading in the range of RM4.07 to RM4.08, as weaker-than-expected US employment data could reinforce expectations that the US Federal Reserve might skip a rate hike this month.

Eco-Shop Marks 23rd Anniversary With Buy & Win Campaign, RM250,000 In Prizes Up For Grabs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Eco-Shop Malaysia Berhad is marking its 23rd anniversary with a nationwide Buy & Win campaign from Oct 5 to Nov 29, offering customers the chance to win prizes worth a total of RM250,000.

ECRL Route Offers 65 Commercial Spaces, 35 Facility Management Packages

KUANTAN, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- A total of 65 commercial spaces and 35 facility management packages worth RM12.7 million are being offered to local entrepreneurs and contractors along the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) service line.

Ringgit Ends Slightly Higher After Cautious Range-Bound Trading

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended slightly higher against the US dollar today after trading in a narrow range, as market sentiment remained cautious amid heightened global uncertainties.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Firm Manufacturing Activity

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Friday, supported by firm manufacturing activity across Europe and Asia, a dealer said.

RTS Link Passenger Service Expected To Begin in February 2027

JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 2 (Bernama) – Passenger service for the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is expected to commence in February 2027, with all system tests and trial runs targeted for completion by Dec 31 this year.

MBSB IB Calls For Stronger Support For Small- And Medium-cap Companies In Budget 2027

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

PETALING JAYA, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Greater tax certainty for companies and stronger support for small- and medium-cap companies are among the measures that could provide further impetus to Malaysia’s capital market under Budget 2027.

Budget 2027: Labuan SME Association Seeks Tax Relief For Local Businesses

LABUAN, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Association of Labuan has called for the service tax exemption under Section 48 of the Service Tax Act 2018 to be applied to services performed entirely in Labuan under Budget 2027.

Toluna Unveils AI-Native Research Workspace With Dynamic Awareness

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Toluna, a global insights leader, has unveiled Toluna Bina, an artificial intelligence (AI)-native, always-on research workspace that turns questions, hunches, or raw ideas into fact-based direction in minutes.