Trump’s Tariff Shock: Implications For Malaysia

By Yin Shao Loong

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The April 2 tariffs unveiled by United States (US) President Donald Trump have shocked the world and represent a departure from the globalisation policy of previous US administrations.

RHB IB Trims Malaysia’s 2025 GDP Forecast To 4.5 Pct Amid Tariff Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has revised Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) forecast for 2025 downwards to 4.5 per cent from an earlier projection of 5.0 per cent, following rising trade tensions and recent tariff hikes that pose a threat to the nation’s export-driven economy.

Thailand Says Ready To Negotiate With US After Being Hit With 36 Pct Tariff

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, April 3 (Bernama) -- The Thai government stands ready to negotiate with the United States (US) after President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 36 per cent retaliatory tariff on Thai exports to the US.

Trump Announces Tariffs On All Countries, Including Malaysia At 24 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) --  President Donald Trump announced yesterday that the United States (US) would introduce a baseline tariff of 10 per cent on all countries and higher duties on some countries, including Malaysia at 24 per cent.

Foreign Investors Shift To Safer Malaysian Assets Amid Market Volatility

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- Volatile stock markets, driven by global economic uncertainties and shifting policies, have unsettled investors, prompting a shift towards domestic money market funds in search of stability.  

Rubber Market Extends Losses Amid Weaker Oil Prices, Trade Concerns

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market extended its losses on Thursday amid mixed performance in regional rubber markets and declines in benchmark crude oil prices, said a dealer.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Uptrend At Midday On Banking, Construction Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its upbeat momentum at midday, buoyed by buying interest in most heavyweights, particularly banking and construction counters, amid improving market sentiment, analysts said.

Malaysia Remains Well-positioned To Navigate Challenges This Year -- MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains well-positioned to navigate challenges, backed by strong economic fundamentals, robust domestic demand, resilient household spending and increased investments.

Amata Corp Expects Industrial Land Sales To Rise 15 Pct In 2025

BANGKOK, March 25 (Bernama) -- Amata Corporation PCL, Thailand's leading industrial estate developer, expects a 15 per cent increase in industrial land sales in 2025, driven by its new project in Laos and sustained investor demand in Thailand and Vietnam.

US Tariffs On Mexico, Canada, China Create Opportunities For Malaysian Exporters To Boost US Shipments - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The introduction of tariffs by the United States (US) on Mexico, Canada, and China could open opportunities for Malaysian exporters to increase production and double their exports to the US.

Foreign Investors Pull US$564.9 Mln From Asian Markets, Local Institutions Provide Support - MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) --  Foreign investors remained net sellers across eight Asian markets, with total outflows reaching US$564.9 million last week.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Midday On Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday as a widespread sell-off in small-cap stocks dragged the broader market into negative territory.