
Most FBM KLCI sectors to grow in 2026, utilities to lag
KUALA LUMPUR: All sectors on the FTSE Bursa Malaysia (FBM) KLCI are expected to post earnings growth this year except for utilities, analysts said.

KUALA LUMPUR: All sectors on the FTSE Bursa Malaysia (FBM) KLCI are expected to post earnings growth this year except for utilities, analysts said.

The Singapore stock market bounced higher again on Monday, one day after ending the three-day winning streak in which it had climbed more than 80 points or 1.6 percent.

KUALA LUMPUR: The gold market is holding firm despite record-high prices, with festive demand, a stronger ringgit and sustained investor interest keeping retail activity buoyant, according to experts.

The Central Bank Governor’s recent remarks projecting 4–5 percent growth in 2026 and highlighting improving reserves, lower inflation, and financial stability have been widely welcomed. After the trauma of Sri Lanka’s economic crisis, any sign of normalcy is understandably reassuring. Yet, this optimism needs to be read carefully. What is being presented is largely a [...]
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This comes as the first definitive comment from the Ministry of External Affairs on the much-discussed energy sourcing issue.

The Global Blockchain Show Abu Dhabi 2025, organised by VAP Group and powered by Times of Blockchain, held from December 10-11, 2025, at Space42 Arena, Abu

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Ripple, a provider of blockchain-based enterprise solutions across traditional and digital finance, today announced a series of strategic collaborations that expand the capabilities of Ripple Custody, reinforcing its position as one of the most institution-ready digital asset custody solutions on the market.The post Ripple Accelerates Institutional Custody Adoption with Security, Compliance, and Staking Capabilities appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

Rising e-commerce and sustainability initiatives drive global growth in reverse logistics, reshaping supply chain efficiency and product returns.