Global Air Passenger Demand Up 3.3 Pct In March 2025 - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Global air passenger demand rose by 3.3 per cent in March 2025, compared to the 2.7 per cent growth reported for February, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Malaysia 1Q GDP Estimated To Expand 4.4 Pct, Driven By Domestic Activities, Steady Demand -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is forecast to grow by 4.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) based on advance estimates, easing from a five per cent expansion in the previous quarter, backed by domestic activities and steady demand, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysia's Wholesale And Retail Trade Records RM148.3 Bln In Sales In February 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sector recorded total sales of RM148.3 billion in February 2025, marking a year-on-year (y-o-y) growth of 5.1 per cent, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Palm Oil Prices To Stabilise In Near Term Amid Rising Demand From India - MPOC

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Palm oil prices are expected to stabilise in the near term, driven by a recovery in production and demand from key importing markets such as India, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

Cautious Aidilfitri Spending Despite Stable Economy, Labour Market

PUTRAJAYA, March 30 (Bernama) -- Economic uncertainty is shaping Malaysians' spending habits this festive season, with consumers adopting a cautious approach despite stable economic conditions.

Bank Muamalat Allocates Over RM500,000 For Ramadan CSR Initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd has allocated over RM500,000 for corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives throughout Ramadan this year.  

MATRADE Targets New Emerging Markets To Strengthen Economy, Trade

KEPALA BATAS, March 23 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) aims to target new emerging markets this year to strengthen and enhance the country’s trade and economy.

Inflation Rises At A Slower Rate Of 1.5 Pct In Feb 2025 – DoSM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's inflation rose at a slower pace of 1.5 per cent in February 2025, with the index standing at 134.1 points compared with 132.1 in the same month a year earlier, the Statistics Department (DoSM) said.

Jewellery Makers Continue To Shine Despite Soaring Gold Prices

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's jewellery sector remains resilient, with robust demand continuing despite rising gold prices, largely fuelled by deep-rooted cultural appreciation for gold as both a symbol of wealth and a trusted investment or “safe haven” asset.

CIMB Islamic To Introduce Enhanced Islamic Wealth Management Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- CIMB Islamic Bank Bhd will introduce enhanced Islamic wealth management solutions tailored to the customer needs and designed to go beyond financial growth in the coming months. 

NGC Energy Eyes Further Expansion Of Solar PV Business In Commercial And Industrial Sectors

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- NGC Energy Sdn Bhd plans to further expand its solar photovoltaics (PV) system business in the commercial and industrial sectors this year from residential projects. 

MTD Properties Set To Launch Five New Projects This Year

By Mohd Ashraf Syafiq Mazlan

KAJANG, March 10 (Bernama) -- MTD Properties continues to strengthen its brand in the property industry with the launch of five new projects in Selangor and Melaka this year, which will benefit the community and boost local economic growth.