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KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Global economic growth is projected to reach 3.0 per cent in 2025 and 3.1 per cent in 2026, above the reference forecast in the April 2025 World Economic Outlook (WEO), according to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) July 2025 WEO update, released today.
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By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended at its intraday low today, pressured by late selling as investors positioned themselves ahead of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement on Thursday.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Maxim Malaysia said it has ensured that all its active partner-drivers possess valid e-hailing vehicle permits (EVP) and have the opportunity to obtain insurance through the company’s partners.
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By Harizah Hanim Mohamed
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) – The revised projection for Malaysia’s GDP growth in 2025 by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is a realistic forecast that aligns with the economy’s underlying growth potential, said economist Professor Geoffrey Williams.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has revised Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth projection to between 4.0 per cent and 4.8 per cent from 4.5 per cent - 5.5 per cent previously.
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By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar, buoyed by optimism that Malaysia could secure a more favourable trade deal with the United States (US), said an analyst.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The government's special announcement on direct fiscal measures are expected to have short- to medium-term impact on the country’s economy, particularly in private consumption, inflation, and fiscal conditions, according to Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd (BIMB).
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By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The targeted fiscal measures announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday are anticipated to enhance near-term consumption, especially for essential goods and household items, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).
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By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz
SINGAPORE, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience in 2025, underpinned by strong domestic demand, robust investment activity, and favourable labour market conditions, despite pressures from global trade tensions and policy uncertainty.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Research firms have revised their forecasts for Malaysia’s headline inflation in 2025, lowering it to 1.5 per cent to 1.8 per cent.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Align Technology Inc, a global medical device company and maker of the Invisalign clear aligner system, has announced the commercial launch of its Invisalign System with mandibular advancement featuring occlusal blocks in Singapore.
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s shipping industry navigated cautiously in the first half of 2025, as industry players assessed market conditions and challenges, operating in a complex environment that demanded a measured and deliberate strategy.