IMF Sees Malaysia Growing 4.7 Pct In 2025, Urges Sustained Fiscal Consolidation

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s strong growth momentum is expected to continue in the near term, with the economy projected to expand by 4.7 per cent this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said.  

Alliance Bank 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM186.67 Mln Along With Higher Revenue

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Dec 31, 2024 (3Q FY2025) was 5.5 per cent higher at RM186.67 million from RM176.86 million a year earlier.

Govt Adding Export Markets, Strengthens Diplomacy To Address Economic Uncertainty - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The government is taking measures to mitigate the negative impact of global economic uncertainties on international trade by expanding export destinations and strengthening trade diplomacy, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Malaysia’s Oil Palm Replanting Lags Target, Govt Steps Up Efforts -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The progress in replanting oil palm trees is still lagging, with Malaysia managing to replant 114,000 hectares, or 2.0 per cent of its total planted area in 2024, down from 132,000 hectares (2.3 per cent) in 2023.  

Ringgit Holds Steady To End Higher vs US Dollar Ahead Of Fed Minutes

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher on Wednesday against a muted US dollar ahead of the release of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) January policy meeting minutes.

Malaysia's GDP Growth To Remain Solid At 4.9 Pct In 2025 - Investment Banks

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain solid at 4.9 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in 2025, according to local investment banks.

KWAP Achieves Record-high Investment Income Of RM18.0 Bln In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- The Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) recorded its highest-ever investment income of RM18.0 billion in 2024, with an overall return of 12.0 per cent.

Malaysia Can Increase Foreign Investor Appeal Despite US Policy Challenge -- MIDA

BANGI, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Despite facing geopolitical challenges, Malaysia can still attract more foreign investments, especially from companies in countries affected by US trade policies, according to the Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

Vendors Struggle With Coconut Shortage, Price Hikes Ahead Of Thaipusam

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- As Thaipusam approaches, vendors across Malaysia face significant shortages and price hikes of key festival essentials, particularly coconuts and flowers, creating challenges for vendors and devotees alike.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Lower Amid Heightened Risk Aversion

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished easier on the first trading day of February as heightened risk aversion gripped the market following the United States (US) President Donald Trump’s administration's announcement of new tariffs.

Malaysia Remains Key Data Centre Hub Despite Global Concerns – MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains a key data centre (DC) hub due to its strategic location, abundant resources, cost advantages, and established infrastructure with industry feedback suggesting no major disruptions to upcoming projects, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Kenanga IB Maintains 805,000 TIV Forecast In 2025 On Forward Buying Interest

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) has maintained its 2025 total industry volume (TIV) forecast of 805,000 units for the automotive industry, supported by forward buying interest following the deferment of new excise duty regulations.