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Public Bank records FY25 net profit of RM7.22bil, declares 12c interim div
KUALA LUMPUR: The outlook for the banking sector remains positive, “supported by ample liquidity and healthy capital buffers”, while growth prospects remained intact, said Public Bank Bhd managing director and […]
Alliance Bank posts record quarterly net profit of RM215.22mil in 3Q
KUALA LUMPUR: Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd registered its highest quarterly net profit of RM215.22mil in the third quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, a 15.3% year-on-year (y-o-y) jump over the same […]
Australia’s core inflation hits 16-month high, raises bets for May rate hike
SYDNEY: Australian consumer prices rose by more than expected in January, while core inflation hit the highest in over a year, an uncomfortable outcome for policymakers that raises the risk […]
Oil prices hover near seven-month highs ahead of US-Iran talks
TOKYO: Oil prices were hovering near seven-month highs on Wednesday as the threat of military conflict between the U.S. and Iran that could disrupt supply continues to worry investors even […]
Asia markets rise on better AI sentiment, Trump speech awaited
SYDNEY: Asia’s financial markets were higher on Wednesday with Korean chipmakers leading gains, as investors double down on what they see as the safest bet on artificial intelligence (AI), while […]
Traders await results, major banks expected to report
KUALA LUMPUR: Trading on Bursa Malaysia is expected to remain cautious on Wednesday as investors have their eyes peeled for corporate earnings, with the heavyweight banks yet to release their […]
Ringgit opens firmer against US$, major currencie
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Wednesday, supported by a softer greenback following weaker US economic data and improved global risk […]
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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia. Read full story Date: 25 February, 2026 9:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
Baht breaks below 31 per dollar as capital inflows gather pace
The baht has strengthened again, breaking below 31 baht per US dollar and marking its strongest level in a week, after Donald Trump’s global 15% tariff move weighed on the […]
US tariff moves spark renewed anxiety
On paper, US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 15% tariff on all goods entering the country will raise costs for Singapore exporters. Read full story Date: 25 February, 2026 […]