Malaysia Remains Committed To The Principles Of Free And Open Trade - PM Anwar

Living Wage Drive By GLCs, GLICs A Pivotal Step Towards National Wage Reform – Economists

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- The move by Government-linked Investment Companies (GLICs) and Government-linked Companies (GLCs) to implement a minimum monthly living wage of RM3,100 for 153,000 employees marks a highly significant milestone that can catalyse a broader wage reform across Malaysia’s labour market, according to economists.

Diversification Ensures Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient

By Samantha Tan Chiew Tieng

PUTRAJAYA, July 2 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains on solid footing due to its inclusive and long-term economic strategy despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raising concerns over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions to global energy supply.

Pharma Industry Emerging As Driver Of Investments, Jobs, And Healthcare Resilience -- MPC

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s pharmaceutical industry is emerging as a driver of high-value investment, skilled employment, and healthcare resilience, driven by regulatory and productivity reforms implemented in recent years, according to the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC).

Stronger Ringgit, Fed Shift Could Draw Capital To Malaysia

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia could attract renewed capital inflows into its bond and equity markets, underpinned by a stronger ringgit and a possible shift in US monetary policy.

SME Corp, SHRD Partner To Drive Innovation Among SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp), in collaboration with the Selangor Human Resource Development Centre (SHRD), has launched a strategic partnership initiative aimed at promoting innovation as a core growth strategy for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

OCBC Sees Johor As Trade Hub Linking ASEAN With China

JOHOR BAHRU, June 26 (Bernama) -- OCBC Group views Johor as a strategic investment and trade hub that connects ASEAN and China, and is ready to expand its role in supporting the growth of various key sectors in the state.

PwC Malaysia's Entry Into TRX Will Boost The International Financial Centre -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- PricewaterhouseCoopers Malaysia Holdings Sdn Bhd’s (PwC Malaysia) entry into Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) as an anchor in a new building that is being developed positions Kuala Lumpur as a premier destination for global businesses.

SME Bank’s RM211 Mln Strategic Initiative To Support MSME Growth – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The launch of a strategic initiative worth RM211 million by Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank) is set to support the sustainable and inclusive growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) segment.

Govt Approves Venture Capital Tax Incentives To Boost Investments In Startups

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government has approved new venture capital (VC) tax incentives to include a five per cent concessionary tax rate for up to 10 years for eligible fund entities investing at least 20 per cent in local startups, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. 

PNB, PHB Must Double Efforts To Boost Bumiputera Investment Literacy -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) and Pelaburan Hartanah Bhd (PHB) must double their efforts to raise investment literacy among the public, especially the Bumiputera community.

Malaysia Rises In IMD Ranking, But Reforms Must Continue – FMM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s notable rise in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025 -- climbing 11 spots to 23rd out of 69 economies -- should be used as a catalyst for deeper reform, according to the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM)