Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Monday due to a decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY) following its recent two-year high, according to an analyst.

MADANI Leadership Shapes New Era Of Development And Inclusive Economy - Chief Secretary

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- The MADANI leadership has witnessed the formation of a new era of inclusivity, integrity, and productive national development, further strengthening Malaysia’s economic and social performance, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar.

Two-year MADANI Govt: Turning Challenges Into Accomplishments

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- In just two years of being in power, the MADANI government has reached a pivotal turning point in Malaysia's economic reforms, alongside efforts to address inefficiencies in state-owned entities, building on the resilient economic foundation laid in its first year.

Govt Committed To Reducing Fiscal Deficit, Keep Debt-To-GDP Ratio Below 60 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- The trend of declining fiscal deficit reflects the government's commitment to reducing the debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio, ensuring it stays below 60 per cent in the medium term, as stipulated by the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023 (Act 850).

Govt Aims To Lower Fiscal Deficit To 3 Pct In Medium Term – Lim

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- The government aims to reduce the fiscal deficit to three per cent in the medium term, as outlined in the MADANI Economy framework and the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023 (Act 850).

Investment Inflows, Strong Business Confidence To Support Malaysia's GDP Growth For 2024, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- An increase in investment inflows, improved tax collection relative to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and a narrower fiscal deficit are positive catalysts expected to drive Malaysia's economy to grow between 5.0 per cent and 5.5 per cent in 2024 and 2025.

Malaysia's Inflation Likely To Trend At 2.9 Pct In 2025 -- Allianz

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation is likely to trend at 2.3 per cent in 2024 and 2.9 per cent in 2025, compared to Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) forecast of between 2 per cent and 3.5 per cent for 2024, Allianz SE chief economist Ludovic Subran said.

Ringgit Ends Lower Vs US Dollar As External Factors Weigh

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower on Tuesday on the continued expectation of a slower pace of US interest rate cuts, China’s cooling economy and heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East, said an analyst. 

BMI: Budget A Positive Step Towards Malaysia's Goal Of Narrowing Budget Deficit To 3.5 Pct By 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Budget, tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Oct 18, marked a positive step towards Malaysia’s medium-term goal of narrowing its budget deficit to 3.5 per cent by 2027.

Govt’s Multi-Pronged Strategy Balances Fiscal Discipline, Economic Growth - MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The government’s multi-pronged strategy demonstrates a focus on fiscal consolidation while supporting economic growth and maintaining social safety nets, said the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER).

Ringgit Extends Positive Momentum To Open Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today’s early session, extending positive momentum from last week, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency, said an analyst.

Budget 2025 Seen Modestly Expansionary With Govt Trying To Balance Growth And Fiscal Consolidation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank (Kenanga IB) sees Budget 2025 as modestly expansionary, with the government aiming to strike a balance between economic growth and fiscal consolidation.