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Latest updates, insights and developments across the palm oil industry.


SD Guthrie Earnings Get Double Boost
SD Guthrie Bhd is expected to record stronger earnings in the near term, supported by higher fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production, firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and gains from its land monetisation activities SD Guthrie Bhd is expected to record stronger earnings in the near term, supported by higher fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production, firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and gains from its land monetisation activities. CIMB Securities Research analyst Ivy Ng Lee Fang said SD Gu
4 days ago


MPOB Names Badrul Hisham as New Director-General, Ahmad Parveez Leaves After 7 Years
Malaysian Palm Oil Board, Datuk Dr Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir is handing over the reins to Datuk Badrul Hisham Mohd, who takes over as the agency's new director-general effective Aug 3. After seven years at the helm of the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), Datuk Dr Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir is handing over the reins to Datuk Badrul Hisham Mohd, who takes over as the agency's new director-general effective Aug 3. Ahmad Parveez's tenure saw MPOB navigate one of the industry's
Nov 3


Hap Seng Plantations Favoured on Yield, Growth Potential
Hap Seng Plantations Bhd remains a preferred pick among Malaysian plantation stocks, supported by strong fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production growth, attractive dividend yields and an undemanding valuation. – Bernama pic Hap Seng Plantations Bhd remains a preferred pick among Malaysian plantation stocks, supported by strong fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production growth, attractive dividend yields and an undemanding valuation. CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd maintaine
Oct 29


FGVPI Targets RM1bil Profit Before Tax By 2030
FGV Palm Industries Sdn Bhd (FGVPI) is targeting RM1 billion in profit before tax by 2030, driven by a strategic shift in its business model and improved operational productivity. NSTP/DANIAL SAAD. FGV Palm Industries Sdn Bhd (FGVPI) is targeting RM1 billion in profit before tax by 2030, driven by a strategic shift in its business model and improved operational productivity. FGVPI chief executive officer Hamdan Ismail said the company is currently transitioning from its tradi
Oct 26


United Malacca Set to Benefit from Higher CPO Prices
United Malacca Bhd is set to benefit from rising crude palm oil prices, supported by strong growth in fresh fruit bunch (FFB) output. NSTP/DANIAL SAAD United Malacca Bhd is set to benefit from rising crude palm oil (CPO) prices, supported by strong growth in fresh fruit bunch (FFB) output, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd. The firm said the palm oil producer achieved an 18.4 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase in FFB output in the nine-month period of financial year 2026
Aug 19


SD Guthrie's Uptrend Remains Intact on Buoyant CPO Price
SD Guthrie Bhd's uptrend is expected to remain intact, supported by firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and broader sector tailwinds driven by elevated crude oil prices amid ongoing supply constraints. Bernama pic SD Guthrie Bhd's uptrend is expected to remain intact, supported by firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices and broader sector tailwinds driven by elevated crude oil prices amid ongoing supply constraints. Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) said the counter is well-positio
Aug 14


MPOC Secures RM47.5m Potential Palm Oil Sales
The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has strengthened Malaysia’s push into emerging markets following the successful conclusion of a trade networking visit involving 35 buyers from Central Asian Republics. The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) has strengthened Malaysia's push into emerging markets following the successful conclusion of a trade networking visit involving 35 buyers from Central Asian Republics. The initiative underscores efforts to expand Malaysia's footprint
Aug 11


Empowering the Palm Oil Industry Through Sustainable Excellence and Innovation
In an industry increasingly shaped by efficiency, sustainability, and responsible technological advancement, YKL Group has established itself as a trusted engineering partner to palm oil millers worldwide. With more than 50 years of industry experience, the company continues to drive operational excellence by delivering innovative machinery solutions that balance performance, environmental responsibility, and longterm value creation. Founded in 1973 by visionary entrepreneur
Aug 3


United Plantations Posts Best-Ever Profit In 120-Year History
United Plantations Bhd posted its strongest financial performance in its 120-year history, with a net profit of RM830 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025), up 15 per cent from RM719 million a year earlier- Pic credit United Plantations website United Plantations Bhd posted its strongest financial performance in its 120-year history, with a net profit of RM830 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025), up 15 per cent from RM719 million a
Apr 29
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