IMF Forum Explores How Governments Can Better Navigate Rising Borrowing Costs, Refinancing Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The 20th International Monetary Fund (IMF) Public Debt Management Forum explores and discusses how governments can better navigate the challenges of rising borrowing costs and debt refinancing pressures.

Global Business On Edge: Uncertainty Now Bigger Threat Than Red Tape

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Global Business Complexity Index (GBCI) revealed that while regulatory complexity remains a challenge in certain regions, it is growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty that now poses the greatest threat to international business operations.

Kerjaya Prospek Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM46.07 Mln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has posted a net profit of RM46.07 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025), up from RM33.55 million recorded in 1Q last year.

Astral Asia's Unit Obtains Iron Ore Mining Rights On 40.47 Hectare Land In Pahang

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- Astral Asia Bhd's (AAB) wholly-owned subsidiary, Astral Chem Sdn Bhd (AC) has been granted iron ore mining rights from AAB's 65 per cent subsidiary, Astral Asia Plantation Sdn Bhd (AAP). 

AC Obtains Iron Ore Mining Rights On 40.47 Hectare Land In Pahang

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- Astral Asia Bhd's (AAB) wholly-owned subsidiary, Astral Chem Sdn Bhd (AC) has been granted iron ore mining rights from AAB's 65 per cent subsidiary, Astral Asia Plantation Sdn Bhd (AAP). 

ASEAN, GCC And China - A New Power Bloc Of The Global South

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 27 (Bernama) -- As the global economic uncertainty rages on following the United States’ (US) sweeping tariffs, China sees the inaugural ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur today not merely as a diplomatic gathering but a pivotal moment in the rise of the Global South. 

US Tariffs Could Cost Malaysia Up To 4 Pct Of Solar Panel Export Value

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) --  Malaysia could lose up to four per cent of the export value of its solar panels if the United States (US) proceeds with its proposed tariffs on solar panel product imports, according to industry observers. 

SAMENTA: ASEAN Must Address Trade Barriers To Aid MSMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must take bold steps to address key trade challenges through enforceable agreements on reducing non-tariff barriers, expanding mutual recognition arrangements, and further operationalising the ASEAN Single Window for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

MITI To Unveil New Incentives To Boost Malaysia's Semiconductor Industry - Tengku Zafrul

SINGAPORE, May 21 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is creating targeted incentives aimed at further boosting the growth of the local semiconductor industry, said its Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

RHB Bank Cautious About Malaysia’s Export Outlook Despite April Surge

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd has maintained a cautious outlook on Malaysia’s export performance despite a surge in April exports, citing persistent global uncertainties and potential risks from United States (US) tariff policy developments.

Affin Bank 1Q Net Profit Rises To RM124.09 Mln, Revenue Jumps To RM543.93 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd’s net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) rose to RM124.09 million and revenue jumped to RM543.93 million compared with the same quarter last year.

Keyfield International Cautiously Optimistic For FY2025 Amid Macroeconomic Headwinds

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) – Keyfield International Bhd, an offshore support vessel (OSV) provider, is adopting a cautiously optimistic outlook for the financial year ending December 31, 2025 (FY2025), despite a slower-than-usual start to the year and broader macroeconomic uncertainties.