Bank Negara Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its meeting today.

Ringgit Likely To Appreciate To 3.94 Against US Dollar By End-2026 - AmBank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- AmBank anticipates that the ringgit will trade within a range in the first half of 2026, before approaching the 3.94 level against the US dollar in the latter half of the year, supported by Malaysia’s positive economic outlook.

Electrical And Electronics Sector Among Key Investment Focus This Year -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, especially semiconductors, will continue to be among the key sectors for potential investments this year, according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

Malaysia's Economy Strong, Continues To Be The Focus Of Foreign Investors - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The country's economy is currently on the right track with Malaysia continuing to be the focus of foreign investors and large companies, said MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

ASEAN+3 Economy Expected To Grow 4.0 Pct in 2026 – AMRO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 economy is expected to grow 4.0 per cent in 2026, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).

MOSTI Driving AI, Smart Tech Initiatives For Industrial Competitiveness - Minister

IPOH, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is undergoing a profound transformation as it accelerates the adoption of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), smart systems, automation, and energy efficient solutions across sectors, said Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang.

ACE Market-bound Kee Ming Group To Raise RM31.50 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Kee Ming Group Bhd aims to raise RM31.50 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd on Feb 12, 2026.

Malaysia’s Auto Market Maintains Momentum With 820,752 Units Sold In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian automotive market maintained its strong momentum in 2025, surpassing the 800,000-unit threshold for the second consecutive year, with total industry volume (TIV) rising to 820,752 units from 816,747 units last year, representing an increase of 0.5 per cent.

Malaysia's Inflation Up 1.6 Pct In December 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation rose 1.6 per cent in December 2025, with the consumer price index at 135.5 points compared with 133.4 a year earlier, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) said.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at midday, weighed down by mostly weaker regional markets, following news of United States President Donald Trump’s threats to impose fresh tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland.

Targeted Subsidies A More Realistic Approach For Tackling Rising Cost Of Living -- Treasury Sec-Gen

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar and Nor Baizura Basri

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Despite the view that subsidies are inefficient and prices of basic necessities should be determined by market forces, the MADANI Government has chosen a more realistic approach by providing targeted subsidies to help households cope with cost-of-living pressures.

From Traditional Components To Smart Systems: MCE Eyes Sustained Growth In Malaysia's Auto Sector

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- MCE Holdings Bhd has transformed itself from a traditional automotive components manufacturer into a more technology-driven company, reflecting the broader shift towards smarter and more connected vehicles.