Structural Reforms Critical For Long-term Economic Resilience - BNM Governor

By M.Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ongoing structural reforms to ensure long-term resilience are critical to defend the economy against global shocks, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said during an exclusive interview with Bernama.

Govt Cancels High-value Goods Tax Implementation - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) – The government has decided not to proceed with the implementation of the high-value goods tax (HVGT), according to the Finance Ministry (MOF).

MOF Attributes EPF Income Drop To Softer Equity Market Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) saw its investment income fall by 13 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), recording RM18.31 billion compared to RM20.99 billion in the same period last year.

DXN 1Q Net Profit Dragged Down By Forex Losses

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- DXN Holdings Bhd’s net profit fell by 13.6 per cent to RM73.91 million in the first quarter ended May 31, 2025 (1Q FY2026) from RM85.56 million in the same period last year due to foreign exchange (forex) losses stemming from the strengthening of the ringgit.

IGB REIT Net Profit Rises To RM92.51 Mln In Second Quarter On Higher Rental Income

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- IGB Real Estate Investment Trust’s net profit rose to RM92.51 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025), compared to RM81.55 million in the same period a year ago.

Ceres, Doosan Fuel Cell Kick Off Mass Production Of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells In South Korea

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Ceres Power Holdings plc (Ceres), a United Kingdom (UK)-based clean energy technology developer, has reached a major milestone as partner Doosan Fuel Cell begins mass production of solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stacks using Ceres’ proprietary technology.

Sun Bus Tech Targets Completion Of 310 Rapid KL Buses By February 2026

JOHOR BAHRU, July 29 (Bernama) -- Johor-based bus body manufacturer, Sun Bus Tech Sdn Bhd aims to complete 310 Rapid KL buses under a local assembly (Completely Knocked Down-CKD) project with Prasarana Malaysia Bhd by February 2026.

BMI Maintains Positive Outlook For Consumer Spending In Malaysia Over 2025, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- BMI, a Fitch solutions company, has maintained its broadly positive outlook for consumer spending in Malaysia over 2025, with the country’s healthy macroeconomic outlook driving real-term growth in household incomes. 

Multitude Of Positive Factors Entrench Malaysia’s Economy On Growth Trajectory – BNM Governor

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour has expressed optimism that Malaysia’s economy remains on a strong growth trajectory due to multiple factors, such as resilient domestic demand and encouraging exports of electrical and electronic (E&E) products, despite headwinds from impending tariffs.

Value Store Operator Eco-Shop Posts Higher Earnings, Revenue In FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Eco-Shop Marketing Bhd recorded a net profit of RM204.32 million for its financial year ended May 31, 2025 (FY2025), from RM177.28 million a year earlier.

Proton International Corp Aims For 6,000-unit Sales In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Proton Holdings Bhd’s international arm, Proton International Corporation Sdn Bhd (PICSB), is aiming for export sales of 6,000 vehicles this year.

Pet Food Supply In Malaysia Stable Despite Thai-Cambodia Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The ongoing tension between Thailand and Cambodia is unlikely to disrupt the supply of tuna-based pet food in Malaysia for now, although some industry players have raised concerns over rising costs and potential logistical challenges if the situation escalates.