Malaysia's Gig Workers Bill 2025 Sets New Benchmark, Protects 1.2 Mln Workers

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gig economy performed better in 2025 than in 2024, buoyed by positive economic momentum and supportive policy measures, but the highlight is undeniably the passing of the Gig Workers Bill 2025.

Ringgit Ends Firmer Vs Greenback Ahead Of Key US Data

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended firmer against the US dollar on Monday, extending gains after hovering near the 4.09 level last week, as investors remained constructive ahead of upcoming key US data.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Firmer Crude Oil Prices, China Stimulus Hopes

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher today, tracking firmer crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday On Ringgit's Strength

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session marginally higher, supported by the continued strength of the ringgit, which lifted investor sentiment.

SMEs Advance Further This Year Amid Stable Environment, Consistent Policies And Targeted Support

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), regarded as the backbone of the economy, progressed further this year, buttressed by a more stable economic environment and a gradual recovery in domestic demand, which boosted sales and business confidence across the sector.

Malaysia Needs Modernised Grid For Competitive Low-Carbon Economy - Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to modernise its power systems to build a low-carbon economy that is competitive, inclusive and resilient, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Ringgit Maintains Upward Trend, Trades Firmer Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit maintained its upward trend, opening slightly higher against the US dollar as improving sentiment in the Malaysian economy and easing trade tensions supported the local currency.

CILTM Sabah Drives Logistics Reforms, Backs State Masterplan

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section has reaffirmed its role as a key industry voice in shaping Sabah’s logistics and transport reforms, following two decades of advocacy, professional development and policy engagement.

Malaysia's ESG Commitment Advances With Carbon Tax, ESG Reporting And Sustainability Initiatives In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- The outlook for the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards by companies in Malaysia looks highly positive next year due largely to practical policy initiatives unveiled this year, such as the carbon tax, increased ESG reporting and scaling up sustainability initiatives.

2025: A Year Malaysia kept Moving Despite Headwinds, Though Outlook Remains Cautious

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia entered 2025 amid fiscal constraints, subsidy reforms, uneven global trade, and a weak ringgit — but the economy continued to advance, even as the overall outlook remained cautious.

Bursa Malaysia To Retest 1,640 Level Amid Positive Sentiment Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to maintain its upward trajectory and retest the 1,640 resistance level next week, having last reached a higher level of 1,642.33 points on Dec 31, 2024.

Nominations Open For Rebranded Global Water Awards 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- Global Water Intelligence (GWI) has opened nominations for the 2026 Global Water Awards following a major rebrand, with submissions accepted until Feb 27 next year.