AMRO: ASEAN+3 Economies Remain Positive, Set To Grow 4.2 pct In 2025 Amid External Challenges

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- ASEAN+3 economies, comprising 10 ASEAN member states, China, Japan and South Korea, are poised for sustained growth in 2025 despite facing external risks, said ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) chief economist Khor Hoe Ee.

Malaysia Trade Seen Growing In Line With WTO Outlook -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade is expected to expand in line with the outlook published by the World Trade Organisation (WTO), which projected global merchandise trade volume to grow by three per cent, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Higher Wages, Minimum Wage Hike Drive Property Demand, Affordability This Year - Hong Leong Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Higher wages for civil servants and the introduction of a higher minimum wage remained key factors in catalysing demand and raising affordability for properties across the country this year, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd. 

Global Uncertainties Push Ringgit To Open Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar in early trade as the dollar retreated, sparked by a report hinting at gradual tariff implementations and data showing an unexpected dip in US wholesale inflation, said an analyst.

Maybank IB Projects 4.9 Pct GDP Growth, 3.0 Pct Inflation Rate In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has reiterated its projection of a 4.9 per cent growth for the Malaysian economy in 2025 and an inflation rate of 3.0 per cent for the year. 

99 Speed Mart's Share Price Lower Despite Positive Outlook, Growth Strategies

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd’s (99 Speed Mart) share price on Bursa Malaysia had slipped during the afternoon trading, despite analysts projecting a positive outlook based on the company’s growth strategies.

Malaysia's 2025 GDP Steady At 5 Pct - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to hold steady at five per cent in 2025, consistent with the government’s target of 4.5 to 5.5 per cent, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Malaysia's Economy Expected To Grow More Than 5 Pct In 2025 -- Amir Hamzah Tells Bloomberg

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to sustain steady growth in 2025 of above 5.0 per cent, supported by strategic investment, robust fiscal management and economic resilience, said the Ministry of Finance. 

Dialog’s Shares Remain Flat Despite Securing US$235 Mln Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 (Bernama) -- Dialog Group Bhd's share price remained unchanged at mid-morning, despite receiving a US$235 million investment approval for the Baram Junior Cluster Small Field Asset Production Sharing Contract (PSC).

Pluxee Surpasses Revenue Projections With New, Ongoing Contracts

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- French-based company, Pluxee reported a 12.1 per cent increase in organic growth for its operating revenue in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, reaching 249 million euros, largely driven by Employee Benefits. (1 euro = RM4.64)

Red Sea Issues, US-China Trade Diversions To Continue Influencing Seaport, Logistics Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its “neutral” stance on the seaport and logistics sector as the shipping diversion from the Red Sea continues to weigh down on global trade.

Prices Of Residential Houses In KL, PJ Set To Rise By 3-4 Pct This Year - Property influencer Sean Tan

By Karina Imran & Mikhail Raj

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Prices of double-storey residential houses in the Klang Valley, especially in Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Petaling Jaya (PJ), are expected to increase by 3.0 per cent to 4.0 per cent this year.