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ASEAN Must Remain Neutral In Trade War Between Economic Superpowers - Andrew Sheng

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must remain neutral in the escalating global trade war over tariffs between superpowers the United States and China, former Bank Negara Assistant Governor Tan Sri Andrew Sheng said.

BNM: Export-oriented ASEAN SMEs Stand To Lose US$237.5 Bln In Revenue Without Sustainable Practices

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Export-oriented small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which account for 99 per cent of the ASEAN business ecosystem, stand to lose US$237.5 billion (US$1 = RM4.49) in potential revenue if they fail to transition to greener and sustainable practices.

Megah Port Reaffirms Commitment To Efficiency, Strengthens Ties With Labuan Port Authority

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, April 8 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s container port operator Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering efficient, high-quality cargo handling services while working closely with its regulatory partner, the Labuan Port Authority (LPA).

Foreign Investors Pull RM31.68 Bln From Asian Markets, South Korea Sees Heaviest Selling

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors returned to net sellers last week across eight Asian markets, reversing their single-week buying streak, recording a heavy net outflow of US$7.12 billion (RM31.68 billion, US$1 = RM4.45), with South Korea and India experiencing the heaviest selling pressure.

Growing Concerns Of Recession On Revised GDP In Major Economies, US

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Concerns about a global recession are growing, driven by recent revisions to the gross domestic product (GDP) for the United States (US), Europe, and China, along with Donald Trump’s announcement on Thursday of new reciprocal tariff plans.

US Tariffs: A Self-inflicted Wound With Global Consequences

By Sukudhew (Sukhdave) Singh

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The United States’ (US) sweeping tariffs, and the inevitable retaliatory measures, are a dangerous and misguided approach to trade.
 

MGCC Steps Up Support For Malaysian Businesses Amid US Tariff Concerns

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) has ramped up its strategic advisory efforts to support Malaysian businesses in navigating the economic challenges posed by the United States’ (US) latest tariff measures.

AKWEL 2024 Profit, Revenue Decline Amid Inflationary Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- AKWEL, a parts and systems manufacturer for the automotive and heavy-vehicle industry, has recorded a net income of 24.2 million euros in 2024, declining 32.3 per cent from 35.7 million euros in the previous year. (1 Euro = RM4.90)

Thailand Says Ready To Negotiate With US After Being Hit With 36 Pct Tariff

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, April 3 (Bernama) -- The Thai government stands ready to negotiate with the United States (US) after President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 36 per cent retaliatory tariff on Thai exports to the US.

Trump’s Latest Tariffs To Weigh On Regional Markets, Malaysia’s E&E Exports

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The global financial markets and regional export-reliant economies including Malaysia are bracing for increased volatility following US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff rollout effective April 5 and April 9, 2025.

AlbaCore Launches US$1.8 Bln Senior Direct Lending Strategy With ADIA, Trust Bank Backing

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- European credit specialist AlbaCore Capital Group (AlbaCore) has launched its new Senior Direct Lending Strategy (the Strategy), having secured anchor investments from a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation (the Trust Bank).

Prasarana Collaborates With Learning Edge To Strengthen Service Delivery, Operations

PETALING JAYA, March 26 (Bernama) -- Prasarana Malaysia Bhd has partnered with Corporate Learning Consultants Sdn Bhd (Learning Edge) in a strategic move to enhance service delivery and boost operational competitiveness ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026, backed by a RM1.3 million investment over one year.