Westports Container Traffic Rises In 2Q, Receives Boost From Gemini Shipping Alliance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Westports Holdings Bhd’s container volumes are estimated to be higher in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025) compared to 0.6 per cent recorded in the 1Q 2025 due to the start of the Gemini Cooperation shipping alliance from Feb 1, 2025, according to CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd (CGS MY).

Kenanga Investment Bullish On Construction Sector, Driven By Data Centre Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd remains bullish on the construction sector, given persistent demand for data centres, underpinned by continued capital expenditure from major technology (tech) firms.

JS-SEZ Could Lift Johor's National GDP Share To More Than 12 Pct By 2030

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is expected to propel Johor's share of national gross domestic product (GDP) to exceed 12 per cent by 2023, should their investments materialise according to plan, said CIMB Investment Bank Bhd.

Allianz Malaysia Supports Healthcare Reforms To Promote Affordability And Insurance Sustainability

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) – Allianz Malaysia Bhd fully supports systemic reforms in the healthcare sector to address rising medical costs and ensure the long-term viability of the insurance industry for the benefit of customers.

Penang Appeals For Tax Sharing To Boost State Development

GEORGE TOWN, June 23 (Bernama) -- The Penang state government hopes the federal government will consider sharing tax revenue to support the state’s development and social welfare programmes, especially considering the implementation of the revised and expanded Sales and Services Tax (SST) on July 1.

Kedah Records Investments Totalling RM4.2 Bln In 1Q 2025

ALOR SETAR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Kedah recorded RM4.2 billion in investments in the first quarter of this year (1Q 2025), which is expected to generate over 1,400 job opportunities.

Auto Sector To Have Minimum Impact From SST Expansion -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd has projected the upcoming Sales and Service Tax (SST) expansion in July 2025 to have a limited direct impact on the automotive sector.

Construction Sector 2Q Earnings Keep Upward Momentum - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Earnings in the construction sector are expected to remain on an upward quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) trajectory in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025), supported by increased construction site activities following 1Q 2025 festive breaks, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Malaysia’s Approved Investments In First Quarter Underscores Economic Resilience

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -Malaysia’s approved investments in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) underscored the country’s economic resilience and continued attractiveness as an investment destination, despite ongoing global uncertainties, economists said.

Johor Records Highest Investments In Malaysia Of RM30.1 Bln In 1Q 2025

JOHOR BAHRU, June 11 (Bernama) -- Johor recorded the highest investment performance in Malaysia for the first quarter (1Q) of 2025, with approved investments amounting to RM30.1 billion, positioning the state as the national leader in investments.

Malaysia Secures RM89.8 Bln Approved Investments In 1Q 2025, Up 3.7 Pct Year-On-Year

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has secured RM89.8 billion in approved investments for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), a steady 3.7 per cent year-on-year increase despite a challenging global economic backdrop.

HLIB Expects Banking Sector's Earnings To Grow At 3.4 Pct CAGR In 2024-2026

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) forecasts the banking sector’s earnings to grow at a two-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4 per cent over the financial year of 2024-2026.