EGGDROP Makes A Sizzling Debut In The Philippines

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- EGGDROP, Korea’s premium egg sandwich brand, has launched its first store in the Philippines at the iconic SM Mall of Asia in Manila.

Government Wage Revisions, Minimum Wage Hike To Boost Malaysians' Quality Of Living 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysians’ quality of living is set to improve following next month’s minimum wage rise and civil service salary adjustment.

DOSM: Malaysia’s Inflation Moderates To 1.7 Pct In December 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation rate for December 2024 has moderated to 1.7 per cent, with the index points standing at 133.4 as against 131.2 in the same month of the previous year, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Ringgit Ends Higher Vs USD After Trump's Inauguration Speech

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar today, primarily driven by the United States (US) President Donald Trump's inauguration speech, said an economist.

Majority ASEAN Members Should Adopt Common Central Time Zone -- Abdul Wahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The majority of ASEAN member countries should adopt a common time zone of GMT+8 as this would further integrate ASEAN as a compelling economic bloc, Bursa Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar said.

Domestic Demand, Tech Recovery, Strategic Investments To Drive Malaysia's Growth In 2025 - AMRO Economist

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is projected to sustain robust economic growth in 2025 despite facing external challenges, driven by resilient domestic demand, surging foreign investments, and recovery in global technology demand.

ASEAN-BAC Unveils 12 Initiatives To Drive Regional Growth, collaboration

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) has unveiled 12 strategic initiatives, including the ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) framework, to enhance economic integration, inclusivity, and regional collaboration.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Vs USD

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar today amidst tepid investor sentiment, as the United States (US) economic data came in slightly better than expected.

SC To Unveil Toolkit To Assist Listed Companies’ Transition To Meet NSRF Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is concerned about the ability of “Group 2” and “Group 3” listed companies to comply with the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).

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.

Malaysia's Average CPO Price 9.7 Pct Up In 2024 To RM4,179.50 Per Tonne

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The average crude palm oil (CPO) price surged by 9.7 per cent to RM4,179.50 per tonne last year from RM3,809.50 per tonne in 2023, according to Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Strengthens Palm Oil Trade And Regional Cooperation -- MPOB

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The palm oil trade is a cornerstone of ASEAN’s economic activity, and Malaysia is committed to leveraging regional frameworks such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with countries like South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.