Ringgit Expected to Remain Strong, Says AMRO Chief Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) expects the Malaysian ringgit to remain strong as one of the region’s best-performing currencies, according to chief economist Hoe Ee Khor.

UPM-NXP Collaboration To Boost Malaysia’s Competitiveness In Global Semiconductor Market

SERDANG, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and semiconductor giant NXP Malaysia have entered a strategic partnership to boost the growth of Malaysia’s semiconductor and electronics industry. 

Budget 2025: Semiconductor Association Urges Govt To Support Local Firms Digitalisation

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The government needs to aid the growth of local companies by supporting technology acquisition and providing funding, which will help transform Malaysia into a global leader in the semiconductor and electrical and electronics (E&E) sector.

Budget 2025: Hoteliers Urge Govt To Address Low Room Rates Despite Rising Operational Costs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The hotel industry is calling on the government to address persistently low room rates and rising operational costs for the upcoming Budget 2025 to be tabled on Oct 18.

Indonesian Tycoon Lauds Anwar's Affirmative Action To Safeguard Bumiputera Interests

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The affirmative action taken by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration to protect Bumiputera interests is a positive step, according to Indonesia’s former Economic Minister Chairul Tanjung.

Oracle's Investment Set To Propel Malaysia's Digital Economy And Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Oracle's investment in Malaysia's artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing sectors is set to catalyse substantial growth within the country's digital economy, enhancing technological innovation and economic competitiveness.

Malaysia's Medtech Sector Poised For High-value Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s medical technology (medtech) industry has witnessed impressive growth, reaffirming the country’s position as a key player in the global medtech landscape, said the Malaysian Investment Development Authority’s (MIDA) and Association of Malaysian Medical Industries (AMMI).

Provide Tax Exemptions To Enhance ESG Ratings Of Rubber Gloves Sector - MARGMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Gloves Manufacturers Association (MARGMA) hopes the government will provide better tax exemptions for them in Budget 2025 to enhance the sector’s environment, social, and governance (ESG) ratings.

Oracle to Invest More Than US$6.5 Bln in AI and Cloud Computing In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Oracle today announced that it plans to invest more than US$6.5 billion (US$1 = RM4.15) to open a public cloud region in Malaysia to meet the rapidly growing demand for its artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services here.

IILM Reissues US$1.14 Bln Short-term Sukuk

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has completed the reissuance of an aggregate US$1.14 billion (US$1=RM4.1530) short-term sukuk across tenors of one, three, and 12 months, respectively.

Govt’s Strong Narrative Positions Ringgit As World's Best-performing Currency - Rafizi

SHAH ALAM, Oct 1 (Bernama) – Adopting the right narrative and the courage to make some tough decisions has contributed to the ringgit’s rise to become the world's best-performing currency against the US dollar.

MITI Commits To Sustainable Markets And Net-zero Pathway

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will ensure industry access to sustainable markets, while improving resource efficiency, strengthening governance and supporting the country's net-zero target.