Malaysia’s 2Q 2025 GDP Growth Projected At 4.3 Pct On Sector Gains -- HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025) is projected to be at 4.3 per cent, driven by the agriculture sector’s recovery, and expansion in the services, manufacturing and construction sectors, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

MBSB Keeps 'Neutral' Call On Banking Sector As Headwinds Persist

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd has maintained a “neutral” call on the banking sector as headwinds persist, while tailwinds vary on a case-by-case basis, with the market continuing to watch this week’s key economic data release.

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Sabah’s Economic Model Offers New Hope For Sustainable Growth -- Expert

LABUAN, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The new Sabah-centric economic strategy is paving the way for more targeted, long-term development efforts, offering renewed hope for the state’s economic recovery and job creation, said an expert.

Boeing Aircraft Acquisition Part Of MAG's Long-term Fleet Renewal, Capacity Expansion Plan - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The acquisition of Boeing aircraft by Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is part of a long-term, phased plan to renew and expand the fleet’s capacity, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

CIMB Securities Upgrades Westports To Buy On Stronger 2H 2025 Results Projection

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd has upgraded Westports Holdings Bhd to “Buy” from “Hold” driven by higher container revenue following Port Klang’s new tariff implementation and higher transhipment volumes on the back of new services.

Bursa Malaysia To Trade Higher Next Week On US Rate Cut, Upcoming 13MP Debate

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is likely to trade higher next week, supported by improved investor sentiment following the reduction in United States (US) tariffs and the upcoming debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) during the Parliamentary sitting beginning Aug 4.

Malaysia’s Exporters Poised For Recovery As US Tariffs Ease - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The reduction in United States (US) import tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25 per cent to 19 per cent is expected to provide a timely boost for Malaysia’s export-oriented manufacturers, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

CIMB Securities Expects Chinese Glove Makers To Shift Production To ASEAN Region Upon Revised US Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the revised United States tariff rates for glove-producing countries will prompt Chinese glove makers to shift production to the ASEAN region, particularly Indonesia.

Pharmaniaga On Track To Exit PN17, Jakel Medical Emerges As New Substantial Shareholder

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Pharmaniaga Bhd has completed two critical milestones of its regularisation plan, the rights issue and private placement, thus positioning the group firmly on track to exit its Practice Note 17 (PN17) status.

Bursa Malaysia Ends At Intraday Low Despite Growing Optimism Over 13MP Announcement

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed at its intraday low on Thursday, tracking weaker regional sentiment despite optimism on Malaysia’s strategic policy vision under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Forest Fire, Weaker Output Concerns

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today due to forest fires in North Sumatra, a dealer said.

Household Debt At RM1.65 Trillion At End-March 2025 - Lim Hui Ying

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s household debt stood at RM1.65 trillion as of the end of March 2025, equivalent to 84.3 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP).