KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- KPJ Healthcare Bhds net profit increased to RM82.06 million in thesecond quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2QFY2025), from RM75.88 million in 2QFY2024,in tandem with higher revenue recorded in the quarter.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) --RHB Bank Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM803.50 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025), up 11.2 per cent from RM722.31 million in the same quarter a year ago.

From Harizah Hanim Mohamed BUSAN, Aug 28 (Bernama) The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing new patterns of electricity consumption that require collaboration in areas such as demand response, energy efficiency improvements, and the implementation of distributed energy technologies.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) The governments initiatives and commitmentto develop four airports in the country into cargo aviation hubs were the focus of the National Aviation Consultative Council (NACC) 2025 meeting, according to the Transport Ministry.

By Farhana Poniman GYEONGJU, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Ministers and high-level representatives from APEC economies have released a joint statement affirming their commitment to continued collaboration in the cultural and creative sectors.

BUSAN, Aug 27 (Bernama) --Malaysia is actively exploring best practices and the capabilities of clean energy and power plants, including nuclear and wind turbines, to suit the countrys needs, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- FGV Holdings Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM136.88 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025), compared to RM86.38 million in the same period a year ago.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Bhd recorded a lower net profit of RM2.06 billion for the financial year ended June 30, 2025 (FY2025), a decrease of 37.7 per cent from the RM3.31 billion last year, due to the absence of a one-off RM2 billion gain from the sale of its healthcare business.

GEORGE TOWN, Aug27 (Bernama) --Penang continued to assert its position as apreferred investment destination for both new and existing investors, with a recorded RM12.5 billion in approved manufacturing investments in the first half of 2025 (1H2025), representing a150 per centyear-on-year increase.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- EdgeConneX has announced the acquisition of its second data centre site in the Greater Osaka and Yawata areas of Japan, bringing its total data centre platform capacity to 350 megawatts (MW) of utility power, further highlighting the region's significant scalability potential.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) --Hong Leong Financial Group Bhds (HLFG) net profit for the financial year ended June 30, 2025 (FY2025) rose to RM3.25 billion from RM3.19 billion in the previous financial year, driven by improved performance of commercial banking and insurance.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug26 (Bernama) --Transhipment activities have not yet been fully clarified in terms of enforcement implementation as the United States (US) has not outlined in detail the categories of such activities, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) --The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reiterated that Malaysia remainsin an overall competitive position despite the new tariff rates imposed on the countryby the United States.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) The collaboration between Malaysia and global technology company ARM Ltd is expected to yield a return on investment (ROI) within ten years, according to the Ministry of Economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn Bhd (PNBMV) has proposed an Islamic Medium-Term Notes (IMTN) programme (Merdeka Sukuk Wakalah Programme) of up to RM6 billion in nominal value.

KUCHING, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- AffinGroupand Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Bhd(CGC Malaysia) have signeda Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide RM500 million in financing to support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) across Malaysia.

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 25 (Bernama) --The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) aims to achievemore than RM250 million in sales during the upcoming 57th National MATTA Fair, driven by the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and a surge in intra-ASEAN travel demand.

From Harizah Hanim Mohamed BUSAN, Aug 24 (Bernama) --Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will lead Malaysias delegation to the 15th APEC Energy Ministers Meeting (APEC EMM15) in Busan, South Korea, reaffirming the countrys commitment to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and its role in regional energy cooperation.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) isupdating its investment incentive framework for the manufacturing sector,to ensure it is aligned with intended outcomes.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22(Bernama) -- The profession of valuation, estate agency and property management is an important professional services sector and serves as one of the main pillars of the countrys economic growth, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) --The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rose to US$122billion as of Aug 15, 2025, up from US$121.3billion recorded on July 31, 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) --The AirAsia Travel Fair (AATF) 2025 is expected to attract about 15,000 visitors, a 5,000 increase from its last pre- pandemic edition in 2019, as the airline revived its signature travel fair series with plans to make next years showcase the largest in Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Nippon Kinzoku Co Ltd has launched its fourth environmentally friendly Eco-Product series, the Special Tension Annealing (STA) finish stainless steel, aimed at reducing warping and refining crystal grain size for high-definition etching.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 ( Bernama) Malaysia views ASEAN as a region with vast untapped potential --poised to become a dynamic engine of growth and resilience amid global uncertainties, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 (Bernama) --The Ministry of Plantationand Commodities (KPK) expects the direct impact of the United States (US) market restrictions on the Malaysian palm oil industry to be minimal.

KOTA KINABALU, Aug 20(Bernama) The Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation (Bioeconomy Corporation) has formed a strategic collaboration with Invest Sabah Bhd through the Bioeconomy Tour 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug20 (Bernama) -- Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd, which is a special purpose vehicle under the Ministry of Finance (MOF), has acquired three million Solarvest Holdings Bhdsordinary shares, raising its stake to 5.08 per cent stake.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 (Bernama) -- Generator rental services providerExpress Powerr Solutions (M) Bhdwhich is en route to be listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on Sept 24, 2025, is expected to raise RM36.0 million through its upcoming initial public offering (IPO).

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Rakyat) and PT Bathi Rakyat Abadi today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on expanding Shariah-compliant financial solutions, namelyAr-Rahnu (Islamic pawn broking) services, and supportthe growth of halal-based businesses in Indonesia.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI)Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Azizreiterated that the investment figures approved by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) refer specifically to the compilation of proposed investments that have been approved.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 20 (Bernama) --The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has issued tax refunds totalling RM9.35 billion to more than three million taxpayers as of June 30, 2025, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- DIC Corporation, achemical manufacturer and the core of the DIC Group, has established a new production facility for coatings suitable for direct food contact materials on the site of a plant belonging to PTDIC Graphics, a wholly owned subsidiary located in Jakarta, Indonesia.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd (Trident), a Singapore-based digital transformation company, has signed a sales and purchase agreement to acquire a 30 per cent equity stake in Tongxin Innovation Ltd (Tongxin).

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains committed to reactivating economic cooperation with member countries of the Developing Eight (D-8) through various strategic initiatives, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

PETALING JAYA, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Human Resources Minister Steven SimChee Keonghas announced that employers can utilise up to RM2 billion from the human resources development (HRD) levy fund to hire Malaysian graduates beginning Sept 1, 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said the recent Iran-Israel armed conflict led to a surge in global oil prices, which in turn increased the cost of raw materials and logistics.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- WCEHoldings Bhds net losswas slightly lower atRM25.33 million in the first quarter ended June 30, 2025 (1Q FY2026), compared to a net loss of RM25.86 million in the same period a year ago.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Patton, a networking and communications technology manufacturer, has announced a major software upgrade and a 50 per centprice reduction for its FiberPlex FPX6000 AVoIP Gateway, a bold move that expands accessibility to high-performance AVoIPtechnology.

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- UMediC Group Bhd (UMC) has increased its manufacturing capacity by doubling it with the unveiling of its expansion at Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Penang.

Come National Month, a festive spirit fills the air as rows of Jalur Gemilang flutter gracefully in the wind, adorning bridges, pedestrian crossings, business premises and homes. With the theme Malaysia MADANI: Rakyat Disantuni, the country will celebrate National Day on Aug 31 and Malaysia Day on Sept 16. In their eagerness to express their patriotic spirit, many people display the Jalur Gemilang, sometimes in their own creative ways. However, amid the excitement, some remain unaware of the ..