SST And New Electricity Tariffs: Relief Measures To Ease Transition

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

PUTRAJAYA, July 6 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia enters the second half of 2025, the government’s fiscal recalibration through an expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST) and revised electricity tariffs mark a strategic move to strengthen national finances while prioritising the welfare of the rakyat.

Tariff Pause Could Be Extended Beyond July Deadline, Says White House

WASHINGTON, June 27 (Bernama-Yonhap) -- The administration of United States (US) President Donald Trump may consider extending its suspension of reciprocal tariffs, which is scheduled to expire next month, a White House spokesperson said on Thursday.

Geopolitical Tensions, Abrupt Airspace Closures Keep Malaysian And Global Airlines On High Alert

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation sector is on high alert, prioritising safety to avoid a repeat of the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 more than a decade ago. The heightened caution follows a wave of airspace closures by Arab states after Iran launched a missile strike on a United States (US) base in Qatar.

Malaysia-US Tariff Talks Went Well, Says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said discussions between Malaysia and the United States (US) on the imposition of US unilateral tariffs went smoothly.

FGV Pauses Trading, ICT Zone's ACE Transfer On June 3 - Bursa

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has approved FGV Holdings Bhd’s request for suspension in the trading of its shares with effect Monday, May 26 from 9 am to 5 pm, pending the release of a material announcement.

Pharmaniaga Gets Three Months Extension To Implement Regularisation Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd (Bursa Securities) today granted Pharmaniaga Bhd a three-month extension up to Aug 29, 2025 to implement its Regularisation Plan.

RHB Bank Cautious About Malaysia’s Export Outlook Despite April Surge

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd has maintained a cautious outlook on Malaysia’s export performance despite a surge in April exports, citing persistent global uncertainties and potential risks from United States (US) tariff policy developments.

Malaysia Should Leverage US-China Tariff Pause To Reposition Itself -- Economists

By Naveen Prabu Kuppusamy

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The 90-day tariff pause between the United States (US) and China offers Malaysia a critical opportunity to reposition itself economically, according to economists.

Fong Chee Khuen Dismissed As CEO Of HHRG

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- HHRG Bhd has dismissed Fong Chee Khuen from his position as chief executive officer (CEO) with immediate effect, following serious allegations of misconduct and abuse of authority.

AirAsia Malaysia Suspends Amritsar Flights Following Airport Closure

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- AirAsia Malaysia has temporarily suspended flights to and from Amritsar, India, following the closure of Amritsar’s Sri Guru Ramdas Jee International Airport.

Bursa Malaysia Publicly Reprimands Reach Energy, Fines Six Directors

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has publicly reprimanded Reach Energy Bhd and seven of its directors for breaching the Bursa Malaysia Securities Main Market Listing Requirements.  

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday On Buying Activities Led By Financial Services

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed higher at midday on persistent buying activities led by the financial services and the industrial products and services sectors amid optimism over easing United States (US)-China trade tensions and a more consistent tone from US President Donald Trump.