Research Firms Raise Malaysia's 2025 GDP Growth Forecast To 4.2-4.3 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Research firms have raised Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 4.2 per cent and 4.3 per cent following its expansion by 4.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025). 

Ringgit Likely To Trade Around RM4.20–RM4.22 Next Week On Uncertainties Over Us Interest Rates

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to hover between RM4.20 and RM4.22 next week as traders and investors remain cautious over the trajectory of US interest rates.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday, In Sync With Weaker Regional

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed in the negative territory at midday, in tandem with the weaker regional market performance, weighed down by selling pressure in selected heavyweights. 

Malaysia Sees Higher ESG Adoption Among Property Companies -- MBSB Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Property companies in Malaysia have increased their adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, driven by growing concerns over such issues and reflecting their commitment to sustainability, said MBSB Investment Bank.

Petronas Chemicals Shares Down Following Weaker 2Q 2025 Results

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) shares were lower following weaker results in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025) after reporting a net loss of RM1.08 billion compared with a net profit of RM777 million a year ago.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Higher At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed higher at midday supported by news on the United States’ (US) extension of its 90-day tariff truce with China until Nov 10, lifting market sentiment.

Malaysia’s 2Q 2025 GDP Growth Projected At 4.3 Pct On Sector Gains -- HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025) is projected to be at 4.3 per cent, driven by the agriculture sector’s recovery, and expansion in the services, manufacturing and construction sectors, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

UUE Shares Up In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- UUE Holdings Bhd shares rose in early trade today, buoyed by positive market sentiment.

IOI Properties Shares Up In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 (Bernama) -- IOI Properties Group Bhd (IOIPG) shares rose in the early trading session, buoyed by positive market sentiment.

Ringgit Likely To Trade Cautiously Next Week Amid US Tariff Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is anticipated to trade cautiously against the dollar next week as investors monitor external developments, particularly regarding United States tariffs.

Gold Futures likely To Track Comex Ahead Of US CPI Data Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are set to take their cue from the United States (US) COMEX gold market ahead of the upcoming release of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for July, scheduled for next Tuesday. 

CIMB Securities: Water Tariff Revision Opens Path For Investment, Private Funding Still Needed

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s water sector still requires alternative funding schemes involving the private sector to reduce the federal government’s financial burden despite the ongoing review of water tariffs in selected states.