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.

Gold Futures End Higher As Traders Await Key US Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today,  as traders awaited the release of key United States data this week. 

MITI To Commence FTA Talks With GCC Countries Early Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will commence free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries early next year, said MITI secretary-general Datuk Hairil Yahri Yaacob today. 

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’s Aviation Sector Soars To New Heights In 2025, Search For MH370 Resumes On Dec 30

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) – As the year draws to a close in what was surely an eventful period for the aviation sector, news that the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 will resume on Dec 30 will hog the limelight in 2026.

Asia-Pacific Must Treat Energy Transition As Economic Growth Strategy – IATA Economist

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

GENEVA, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The energy transition, including the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), should be treated as an economic growth strategy by Asia-Pacific governments rather than an aviation-specific issue, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Gold Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 13 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade higher next week, as investors are still drawn to the safe-haven asset following the United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) decision to cut interest rates for the third time this year.

Gold Futures End Higher On Expectations Of Further US Rate Cuts Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, supported by expectations of further interest rate cuts next year, which are making the safe-haven asset more attractive to investors.

Gold Futures End Higher After US Fed Rate Cut Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) cut interest rates for the third time this year, making the safe-haven asset more attractive to investors.

MEF Supports Better Vacancy Data Under EIS, Urges Practical Implementation

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- The government’s move to strengthen vacancy reporting under Section 45F of the Employment Insurance System Act (EIS) is aligned with established international practices, but practical implementation is a must, said the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF).

Gold Futures End Lower Ahead Of US Interest Rate Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today as investors awaited the outcome of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision on the United States (US) interest rates later tonight.

IATA Optimistic On Malaysia’s Aviation Outlook As Regional Recovery Accelerates

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

GENEVA, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) remains upbeat about Malaysia’s aviation recovery in 2026 as the country stands to benefit from the Asia-Pacific market - the world’s fastest-growing air travel region.