BIMB Securities Forecasts Lower Malaysia Budget Deficit Of 3.9 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s budget deficit is forecast lower at 3.9 per cent for 2025, said BIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Petronas Dagangan's Shares Emerge As Top Gainer In Early Trade, Up 5.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Petronas Dagangan Bhd’s (PetDag) shares on Bursa Malaysia emerged as the top gainer in early trade, rising 5.5 per cent, after posting stronger results in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024).

Govt Forecasts Moderate Inflation Increase Of 2.0-3.5 Pct In 2025 -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- The government projected the inflation rate in 2025 to increase moderately between two per cent and 3.5 per cent, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Petronas Unit Monitoring Low Production Of Oil And Gas In Peninsular Malaysia

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) wholly-owned subsidiary Petronas Energy & Gas Trading (PEGT) is closely monitoring the low oil and gas production in Peninsular Malaysia and proactively collaborating with stakeholders to ensure a continued and stable gas supply in the country. 

Gradual Salary Adjustment Could Strengthen Malaysia's Credit Profile - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- A gradual salary increase will not lead to excessive inflationary pressures, UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Sdn Bhd head of investment research Mohd Sedek Jantan said. 

Petron Malaysia Records Sharp Fall In 3Q Net Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Petron Malaysia Refining and Marketing Bhd’s net profit fell to RM4.63 million in the third quarter (3Q) ended Sept 30, 2024, from RM81.90 million a year earlier amid a downward trend in oil prices.

Two-year MADANI Govt: Turning Challenges Into Accomplishments

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- In just two years of being in power, the MADANI government has reached a pivotal turning point in Malaysia's economic reforms, alongside efforts to address inefficiencies in state-owned entities, building on the resilient economic foundation laid in its first year.

Phase 2 Of PADU Registration To Proceed After Cabinet Nod - Rafizi

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Registration for the second phase of the government’s Central Database Hub (PADU) will be opened after the Cabinet approves several criteria which are currently being refined by the ministries involved, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.

Mechanism For Targeted RON95 Subsidy Still Being Refined By MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The mechanism for the proposed RON95 targeted petrol subsidy, set for implementation in the middle of next year, is still being refined by the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Diesel Subsidy Claims Down By 51.6 Pct In August Vs May -- Economy Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Diesel subsidy claims by oil companies for August 2024 have decreased by 51.6 per cent against claims in May 2024 since the June 10 2024 implementation of targeted diesel subsidy, said the Economy Ministry.

Budget 2025 Is People-Friendly, Addresses Cost Of Living Issues - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Budget 2025 announced on Friday (Oct 18) is very people-friendly and meets Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's desire to tackle the issue of rising cost of living, said an analyst.

Future Income Classifications To Consider Multiple Factors For Greater Fairness - Rafizi

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Future income classifications will no longer rely solely on gross household income but will incorporate various factors to ensure greater fairness, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.