Malaysia Won't Be Fixated On Growth Forecasts But Will Focus On Building Resilience -- Amir Hamzah

Malaysia’s Great Shift: Navigating The High Stakes Of Targeted Subsidies

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia embarks on one of the most ambitious reforms to its economic framework in recent decades, the issue of targeted subsidy for diesel has taken centre stage.

CGS International Revises Malaysia 2025 GDP Growth To 4.2 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd has revised Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 4.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) from 4.6 per cent previously, below the official 4.5-5.5 per cent estimate.

Balanced Development, Lasting Impact: Tun Abdullah’s Economic Blueprint Remembered

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Allahyarham Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi will be remembered not only as Malaysia’s fifth Prime Minister but also as a visionary leader who championed a more inclusive and regionally balanced approach to economic development, said economists.

Ex-PM Abdullah: Champion Of Balanced Economic Growth, Human Capital Development And Halal Industry

By Nor Baizura Basri and Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) – Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, fondly known as Pak Lah, was a man with a demure personality, but he had a big heart for doing what was best, equitable and right for Malaysia and its people.

MIDF Maintains Retail Sales Growth Forecast Of 4.6 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd is maintaining its forecast of retail sales growth of 4.6 per cent in 2025, down from the 5.5 per cent expansion recorded in 2024.

Malaysia Well-positioned To Face Economic Crisis If Global Trade War Breaks Out – Amir Hamzah

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

PUTRAJAYA, April 4 (Bernama) – Malaysia is well-positioned to face any economic crisis following fears that the United States’ (US) sweeping tariffs on 168 countries, including Malaysia, will start a global trade war.

Maybank IB Shaves GDP Growth Forecast To 4.3 Pct In 2025 Due To US Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has revised Malaysia’s 2025 real gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts to 4.3 per cent from 4.9 per cent and to 4.0 per cent from 4.6 per cent for 2026.

Cautious Aidilfitri Spending Despite Stable Economy, Labour Market

PUTRAJAYA, March 30 (Bernama) -- Economic uncertainty is shaping Malaysians' spending habits this festive season, with consumers adopting a cautious approach despite stable economic conditions.

BNM Remains Data-Driven In Assessing Inflation, Growth Outlook - Deputy Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue to adopt a data-driven approach in evaluating the impact of economic developments on inflation and growth, said Deputy Governor Datuk Marzunisham Omar.

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.

Malaysia's Economic Growth To Remain Resilient In 2025 -- RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient this year, supported by continued progress on multi-year projects, rising household incomes, and easing global monetary conditions, RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB) said.