Ringgit Weakens Against Us Dollar At The Close

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar at the close today on lack of buying momentum. 

Johor's Revenue Hits RM2.1 Bln In 2024, Highest Recorded -- Onn Hafiz

ISKANDAR PUTERI, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Johor recorded a revenue collection of RM2.1 billion last year, the highest ever recorded, said Johor Chief Minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

Labuan FSA, Labuan Corporation Urged To Boost Economic Spillover

LABUAN, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) and Labuan Corporation (LC) must collaborate closely to strengthen the island's economy and ensure the benefits reach the local community, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa said.  

JS-SEZ Can Drive Johor To Become Southern Growth Engine For Economy -- Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) can potentially propel Johor to become the southern growth engine for the economy, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

KSI Forecasts Malaysia's Economic Growth At 4.9 Pct For 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economic growth is expected to moderate to 4.9 per cent in 2025, slightly above the official target range of 4.5 per cent to 5.5 per cent, taking into account the impact of domestic policies and external challenges, said KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific (KSI).

Malaysia Can Emerge As Regional Focal Point For Multinational Firms In ASEAN - Economist

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia can leverage its mature digital infrastructure and skilled workforce to become the focal point for regional headquarters of multinational companies (MNCs) and high-skilled services and manufacturing.

Renewable Energy Among The Focuses Of JS-SEZ Development

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The renewable energy industry will be one of the main focuses in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) development which is expected to significantly benefit both countries.

MADANI Leadership Shapes New Era Of Development And Inclusive Economy - Chief Secretary

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- The MADANI leadership has witnessed the formation of a new era of inclusivity, integrity, and productive national development, further strengthening Malaysia’s economic and social performance, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar.

Malaysia's Economic Growth To Remain Modest Amid External Challenges - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth will remain modest for the rest of 2024, citing weakening external demand and ongoing global policy uncertainties, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

Healthy Pipeline Of Applications For BKIP 3 From Potential Investors - InvestPenang

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Batu Kawan Industrial Park 3 (BKIP 3) is seeing a healthy pipeline of applications from interested investors, according to InvestPenang.

Malaysia's Inflation To Average 2.0 Pct-3.5 Pct In 2025 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation is projected to average 2.0 per cent to 3.5 per cent in 2025, factoring in domestic policy measures outlined in Budget 2025, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Strong Investments, Exports Drive Malaysia's Third Quarter GDP Growth To 5.3 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 -- The Malaysian economy expanded by 5.3 per cent in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q 2024), driven by strong investment activities and continued improvement in exports.