MyRMK To Be Introduced Next Year To Monitor Implementation Of 13MP - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy will introduce MyRMK, an integrated monitoring system for the implementation of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) starting next year, said Minister of Economy Datuk Seri Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir today.

Ringgit Firms To 4.07 Against US Dollar On Improved Sentiment

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, extending its recent gains to hover around the 4.07 level, its strongest showing in nearly five years, underpinned by firmer domestic and external sentiment.

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.

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.

Manufacturing Sales Up 6.3 Pct In October To RM171.7 Bln -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- The manufacturing sector posted sales of RM171.7 billion in October 2025, a 6.3 per cent increase versus the 4.3 per cent recorded in September 2025, said the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

NSS Draws RM54.9 Bln Investments In 1H -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- The National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS) has attracted RM54.9 billion in investments and established six local integrated circuit design companies in the first half of 2025 (1H2025).

Fitch's Affirmation Of Malaysia's Ratings Bolstered By Sterling Performance Across Key ESG Indicators — PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Fitch Ratings’ affirmation of Malaysia’s sovereign credit ratings at BBB+ with a ‘stable’ outlook is bolstered by the country’s sterling performance across key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) indicators.

Malaysia Must Accelerate Transition Into High Value, Innovation-led Industries To Be Competitive - Academic

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must accelerate its transition into high-value and innovation-led industries if it wants to strengthen long-term economic competitiveness, Nottingham University Business School assistant professor of business economics Dr Tan Chee Meng said today.

Dmitry Shubov Highlights Common Pitfalls For Southeast Asian Startups Entering US Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Dmitry Shubov Consulting, a firm specialising in pre-seed and seed-level startups in Southeast Asia, has outlined the most common mistakes made by businesses attempting to enter the United States (US) market.

Zafrul’s Industrial Master Plan A Sweeping Vision For Local Companies To Be Global Contenders

By Nurul Jannah Kamaruddin & Nur Aiman Najwa Dzamae

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz ends his term as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister today, leaving behind a sweeping vision for Malaysia's future, where companies from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to major players can rise to become global contenders.

Malaysia’s Leading Index Rises 0.8 Pct in September 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic indicators strengthened in September 2025, with the Leading Index (LI) recording a 0.8 per cent increase to 113.3 points, up from 112.4 points a year earlier, according to the Statistics Department of Malaysia (DoSM).

Apex Securities Sees Inflation At Two Pct Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Apex Securities Bhd has maintained its projection for inflation to rise modestly to two per cent in 2026, the upper end of the official forecast range of 1.3-2.0 per cent.