Unemployment Rate Remains At 2.9 Pct In February - DOSM

PUTRAJAYA, April 10 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in February remained at 2.9 per cent, with fewer unemployed people at 506,800, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysia's Wholesale, Retail Trade Sales Rise 5.3 Pct To RM156.3 Bln In February -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade in February 2026 recorded sales of RM156.3 billion, up 5.3 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Data Drives Economic Growth And Competitiveness, Says Deputy Digital Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Data has emerged as a critical driver of economic growth and national competitiveness, with Malaysia’s ability to manage and leverage it effectively expected to determine its position in the global digital economy.

Bursa Malaysia Slightly Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session slightly higher, lifted by buying interest in banking stocks led by Public Bank and CIMB. 

Kenanga IB Expects Bursa Malaysia's Near-Term Trading Momentum To Remain Supportive

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) believes trading momentum in Bursa Malaysia Bhd could remain supportive in the near term before gradually shifting towards recovery-driven investment themes following the stronger first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026) average daily value (ADV).

AirAsia X's Outlook Resilient On Sustained Travel Demand, Cost-Cutting Measures -- Public Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd’s (AAX) near-term outlook remains supported by sustained travel demand, despite new fuel surcharges introduced to manage the jet fuel price surge triggered by the West Asia regional conflict, which has led to higher airfares.

Apex Securities Maintains 2026 GDP Forecast At 4.7 Pct, In Line With BNM Projection Range

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Apex Securities Bhd maintains its 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast at 4.7 per cent year-on-year, which remains in line with Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) 4.0-5.0 per cent projection range.

KLCI Futures Slightly Higher In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures traded slightly higher on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives on Friday. 

Bursa Malaysia Edges Higher At Opening

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher on Friday, taking cues from positive overnight Wall Street performance, ahead of the United States (US)-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan this weekend.

Ringgit Extends Gains Against US Dollar On Improved Risk Appetite

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit remained firm against the US dollar at the opening on Friday, supported by sustained demand for the local currency amid improving risk appetite among traders and investors.

US$50 Bln In Financial Support Needed As West Asia Conflict Tests Global Economy - IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The global economy is facing renewed strain from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with up to US$50 billion (US$1 = RM3.98) in financial support potentially needed to help vulnerable countries weather the shock, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Global Energy Crisis: Govt To Ensure Sufficient Supply Of Fuel, Basic Goods

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The government will focus on ensuring there is sufficient supply of fuel and basic goods to enable economic activities to continue, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.