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KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC Ratings) forecasts the Malaysian economy to grow by 4.4 per cent in 2025, down from 5.1 per cent in 2024, as external trade uncertainties dampen export momentum.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must demand reciprocal market access from major trading partners such as the European Union (EU) and China, especially in sectors like palm oil, halal products and electric vehicle (EV) battery minerals, to safeguard its regional trade stability amid rising global protectionism, an analyst said.
By Harizah Hanim Mohamed
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should continue to strengthen its intra-ASEAN trade relations and engage in multilateral partnerships, as this approach will reduce dependence on any single country and benefit all parties by minimising both trade and non-trade barriers, including tariffs and the movement of goods across borders.
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) – Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to cut the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent is a proactive stance to stimulate business activity, sustain domestic demand, bolster growth and maintain Malaysia’s economic resilience.
By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today as the US dollar strengthened, decreasing bullion demand.
By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the greenback today as concerns over US tariffs continued to dominate market sentiment, an analyst said.
By Anas Abu Hassan and Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) pared earlier losses to end almost unchanged on Wednesday, declining by only 0.06 per cent, after Bank Negara cut the benchmark interest rate.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue its firm stance in crucial matters related to national interest and sovereignty in its ongoing negotiations with the United States (US) on tariffs.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The 25 per cent tariff imposed by the United States (US) is a decision made by President Donald Trump and not the result of negotiations, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
SHAH ALAM, July 9 (Bernama) -- Logistics outfit DHL is optimistic about solidifying its growth in Malaysia despite the United States announcing a 25 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains optimistic about the outcome of its tariff negotiation with the United States (US), banking on certain sectors that could be favourable to both countries, says Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains competitive relative to its ASEAN peers despite the potential 10 per cent additional tariff imposed by the United States (US) on countries perceived to be aligned with BRICS, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank.
