Bank Negara Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its meeting today.
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Economic
MIDA Strengthens Semiconductor Ecosystem Via Talent Development
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is strengthening Malaysia’s semiconductor ecosystem through a strategic focus on talent development, smart manufacturing and supply chain integration in conjunction with SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026.
Johor Among States With Highest Household Income Levels Since 2022 - Exco
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 7 (Bernama) -- Household income in Johor has increased since the current state administration took office in 2022, placing the state among the highest in Malaysia in terms of household income levels.
Media Professionals Should Nurture Market-savvy, Entrepreneurial Skills -- Ashwad Ismail
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Media practitioners should equip themselves with entrepreneurial skills and a strong understanding of market dynamics, as Malaysia moves towards building a more robust entrepreneurial ecosystem, said Radio Televisyen Malaysia director-general of broadcasting Ashwad Ismail.
Insurance, Takaful Coverage Can Help MSMEs Retain Workers -- MECD
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Insurance and takaful coverage for employees are among the measures that can help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) retain their workforce, according to the Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry (MECD).
Bioalpha Expands Global Reach With Halal-Certified OEM, ODM And CDMO Services
KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Bioalpha Holdings Bhd’s core business remains firmly rooted in providing professional original equipment manufacturer (OEM), original design manufacturer (ODM) and contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) services to global clients.
MATRADE Secures RM126.42 Mln Potential Exports At SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has secured sales leads and potential export opportunities worth RM126.42 million during an international sourcing programme (INSP) held in conjunction with the SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026.
Capital A Shares Climb On AirAsia’s 150-Aircraft Deal
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd shares rose in early trade today following AirAsia Bhd's placing an order for 150 Airbus A220 aircraft, the largest order for the model to date.
Azizan Jaafar Appointed New CEO Of VentureTECH
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- VentureTECH Sdn Bhd has appointed Azizan Jaafar as its chief executive officer (CEO) with immediate effect.
Visa Launches Agentic Ready Programme In Asia Pacific To Support Digital Payments Ecosystem
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Digital payments company Visa has launched the Visa Agentic Ready programme to support the payments ecosystem in the era of agentic commerce.
Imported Electric Vehicles Subject To Two Main Conditions From July 1, 2026 -- MITI
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- All fully imported completely built-up (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) are subject to two main conditions starting July 1, 2026, including a new minimum motor power limit of 180 kilowatts (kW) and above from 200 kW.
Domestic Demand Cushions Malaysia's Economy Amid Global Conflict, Says Economist
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Domestic demand remains a key buffer for Malaysia's economy amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, said Affin Group chief economist Alan Tan.