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World Bank Raises Malaysia’s 2026 Growth Forecast To 4.4 Pct On Strong Domestic Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The World Bank Group has raised Malaysia’s economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent, citing resilient domestic demand, its lead economist for Malaysia, Apurva Sanghi, said.

Penang-Chongqing Direct Flight Boosts Market Presence In China, Regional Exchanges -- Wong

GEORGE TOWN, April 9 (Bernama) -- The new direct flight between Penang and Chongqing underscores the state’s strategic efforts to strengthen its presence in the China market and further enhance air connectivity with Western China, injecting fresh momentum into regional tourism and economic exchanges.

High Jet Fuel Prices Likely To Spark Structural Shakeout In Airline Industry - Aviation Experts

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Rising fuel prices can precipitate a structural shakeout in the airline industry via consolidation, as well as signal the demise of weak and badly run airlines, an aviation analyst warned today.

Malaysia Committed To Securing Domestic Energy Supply – Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding domestic energy supply while continuing to serve as a trusted strategic partner in supporting international energy supply stability, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said.

Islamic Banking Industry Remains Resilient Amid West Asia Uncertainties -- AIBIM

KUALA LUMPUR,  April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Islamic banking industry remains resilient, supported by strong capital and liquidity positions, amid uncertainties in West Asia, said the Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM).

Ringgit Rises To 3.97 Against US Dollar At The Close As US-Iran Reaches Ceasefire Deal

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened to close at 3.97 against the US dollar today, as optimism returned following a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran in the West Asia conflict.

Malaysian Exporters Urged To Adopt Proactive, Adaptive Approach Amid West Asia Crisis

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysian exporters need to adopt a proactive and adaptive approach to navigate the evolving landscape due to the West Asian crisis, according to speakers at a webinar organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Rubber Futures End Mixed On Weaker Regional Cues, Firmer Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Wednesday, weighed by softer regional futures and a firmer ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

IATA Expects Gradual Aviation Recovery In Gulf Amid Latest Development In West Asia

SINGAPORE, April 8 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) anticipates a gradual recovery for the aviation industry within a few months, particularly in the Gulf region, amid the recent developments in conflicts in West Asia.

Bank Muamalat Offers Temporary Financial Resilience Assistance To Support Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd is offering targeted financial assistance to support customers facing temporary financial pressures arising from global uncertainties, including recent developments in West Asia.

IILM Prices US$1.335 Bln short-term sukuk amid Global Market Volatility

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has completed the reissuance of US$1.335 billion in short-term sukuk across five tenors: two weeks, one month, three months, six months and nine months.

Ringgit Closes Nearly Flat Versus Greenback Amid Ongoing West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed almost flat against the US dollar today as investors remained cautious amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.