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 as talks between the parties are set for Thursday.

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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 of another hike in interest rates.

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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 the yen remained in focus.

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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 — The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Wednesday, su...

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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 appetite.

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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 results.

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The bank reported a 3 per cent rise in Q4 net profit to S$1.74 billion, beating expectations.

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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia.

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Orkim Bhd has entered into a time charter contract with PETCO Trading Labuan Co Ltd for the provision of marine transportation services.

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Sports Toto Bhd's earnings are expected to stabilise in the coming quarters, supported by normalising tax rates and resilient numbers forecast operator ( O) sales, although losses at its United Kingdom luxury car unit H.R. Owen and softer jackpot dynam...

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Sunway Construction Group Bhd's (SunCon) earnings prospects continue to be supported by strong fundamentals, a resilient balance sheet and promising growth drivers in the construction sector.

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Bursa Malaysia will enhance its investor segment classification to provide greater granularity on trading participation data across the market.

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Malaysia's Pengerang Refining Company (Prefchem) has cut output at its refinery after it shut one of two gasoline-making units until April for repairs, sources familiar with the matter say.

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Gas Malaysia Bhd expects to deliver a satisfactory performance in the financial year 2026 ending Dec 31 (FY26), while remaining cautious amid prevailing market uncertainties.

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MR DIY Group (M) Bhd expects earnings to continue to be supported by stable economic fundamentals, going forward.

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As the global trading environment continues to change, the markets are likely to remain unpredictable pursuant to the latest US tariff policy.

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PETRONAS Gas Bhd (PetGas) is counting on sustaining a resilient performance in 2026 while remaining attentive to challenges arising from what it deems as an increasingly dynamic operating environment.

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IOI Corp Bhd's net profit more than quadrupled in the second quarter ended Dec 31, 2025 of financial year 2026 (2Q26) on stronger revenue and foreign-exchange gains.

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Oriental Kopi Holdings Bhd plans to accelerate its expansion drive both locally and abroad as it strengthens its cafe network and packaged food business.

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Unisem (M) Bhd expects satisfactory performance next year despite economic uncertainty, rising costs and a weaker US dollar, backed by strong artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre demand.

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MISC Bhd's net profit rose to RM1.70bil for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY25) from RM1.19bil a year earlier.

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LPI Capital Bhd's net profit fell to RM367.78mil for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY25) from RM377.09mil in FY24.

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Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are projected to consolidate within the range of RM4,000 per tonne to RM4,300 per tonne in March 2026, supported by tightening near-term supply, improving Indian demand and firm US soybean oil prices.

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Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd's (PetChem) performance for the financial year ended December 2025 (FY25) is an indication of global economic conditions which have proven to be tough.

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Analysts believe Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering Holdings Bhd's (MMHE) earnings profile has structurally improved, led by marine repair and supported by a clearer long-term transformation strategy.

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