Penang Maintains Position As "Export Engine", Contributes 45 Pct To National Exports

GEORGE TOWN, May 1 (Bernama) -- Penang’s economy is on a very strong footing as it moves into the second quarter of 2026, and the state continues to maintain its position as Malaysia’s “Export Engine,” contributing nearly 45 per cent to total national exports.

AI, Digital Infrastructure Investment Key To Malaysia's Economic Transformation - Expert

By Mohamad Syazwan Mustafa

JOHOR BAHRU, April 30 (Bernama) -- Artificial intelligence (AI) and a surge in digital infrastructure investment, particularly data centres, are expected to be key drivers of Malaysia's economic growth over the next five to 10 years, thus reshaping the country's economic structure from a labour-intensive model to a high-value technology and data-based economy.

Petronas Inks Deal With Japan's Eneos For 10 Pct Stake In MLNG Tiga, Strengthen LNG Supply Ties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s national oil and gas company Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has signed definitive agreements with Japan-based oil and gas company ENEOS Xplora.

Bursa Malaysia 1Q Net Profit Rises To RM72.83 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd’s net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q FY2026) rose to RM72.83 million from RM68.42 million in the same period last year.

Cold Storage Opens First Kedah Outlet At The Tenz Emporium, Set To Boost Local Economy

ALOR SETAR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Premium supermarket Cold Storage’s first outlet in Kedah, at The Tenz Emporium here, is expected to boost the local economy and lifestyle landscape of the city.

PIAM Re-Elects Ng Kok Kheng As Chairman For 2026-2028 Term

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Persatuan Insurans Am Malaysia (PIAM) has re-elected Ng Kok Kheng as its chairman for the 2026-2028 term, effective April 29, 2026. 

Labuan Corporation Advisory Council Supports Oil Refinery Proposal

LABUAN, April 29 (Bernama) — The Labuan Corporation Advisory Council has unanimously agreed to support a proposal to establish an oil refinery on the island, describing it as a strategic move to spur economic growth and create employment opportunities.

Energy Transition Accelerates As Trillions In Investments Fuel Global Shift

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Energy transition efforts worldwide continue to gain momentum, despite an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, with investment estimated to have reached US$3.3 trillion (US$1 = RM3.95) last year.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar, Mixed Versus Peers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar but was mixed against other currencies in early trade today, amid cautious sentiment over oil price volatility and developments in the Strait of Hormuz, an analyst said.

MDEC Marks 30th Anniversary With Programmes To Advance AI-driven Digital Economy

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is rolling out a series of programmes aimed at strengthening Malaysia’s digital economy and advancing its transition into an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven nation.

KLCCP Stapled Group Optimistic On Sustaining Growth In 2026 Amid Rising Economic Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- KLCC Property Holdings Bhd and KLCC Real Estate Investment Trust (KLCC REIT), collectively known as KLCCP Stapled Group, remain optimistic on sustaining their positive performance in 2026 amid rising economic uncertainties.

Aerospace Industrial Development In Sepang To Drive IDRISS Transformation

SHAH ALAM, April 28 (Bernama) -- A proposed aerospace-focused industrial development in Sepang, Selangor, is set to become a key catalyst in supporting regional transformation under the Integrated Development Region in South Selangor (IDRISS) framework.