Malaysia’s PPI Eases By 1.9 Pct In March 2025 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Producer Price Index (PPI) eased by 1.9 per cent in March 2025, as compared to the 0.3 per cent rise in February 2025, mainly due to the mining sector, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

China’s TMNCH Credit Ratings Affirmed Excellent - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has assigned a financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and a long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) to The Tokio Marine and Nichido Fire Insurance Company (China) Limited (TMNCH).

Bursa Malaysia Starts Strong On Wall Street’s Positive Lead

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened on a positive note, buoyed by Wall Street’s upbeat performance as uncertainties surrounding the US-China trade war continued to ease.

Amir Hamzah: ASEAN’s Neutrality Works

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- ASEAN has consistently maintained a neutral stance in its relations with both the United States (US) and China, and this remains central to the region’s diplomatic approach, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

World Bank Sees Malaysia’s 2025 GDP Growth At 3.9 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 (Bernama) -- The World Bank has projected Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate for this year at 3.9 per cent, citing global challenges.

Malaysia’s 2025 GDP May Be Revised Downward Due To Tariffs, Says BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s GDP growth forecast for 2025, currently projected at between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent, may need to be revised downward due to the impact of tariffs, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

FDI Drives 80 Pct Of Johor’s New Investment In April

PASIR GUDANG, April 24 (Bernama) -- Foreign direct investment (FDI) remained the primary source of new investment in Johor, accounting for about 80 per cent of the RM23 billion in proposed investments recorded in April.

Malaysia’s Great Shift: Navigating The High Stakes Of Targeted Subsidies

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia embarks on one of the most ambitious reforms to its economic framework in recent decades, the issue of targeted subsidy for diesel has taken centre stage.

Cyber Immunity: Kaspersky’s New Strategy To Combat Cyber Crimes

By C.Vinoothene

SINGAPORE, April 23 (Bernama) — Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky is adopting cyber immunity as a new strategic approach to combat cybercrime.

OCBC Cuts Malaysia’s 2025 GDP Forecast To 4.3 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd has revised Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for 2025 to 4.3 per cent from 4.5 per cent on a weaker external demand outlook. 

HR Minister Urges Penang’s Tech Sector To Embrace Innovation And Reimagine Economic Future

GEORGE TOWN, April 21 (Bernama) -- Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong has called on Penang’s semiconductor and advanced technology industries to reimagine the state’s future amid global economic uncertainty, urging a bold shift from a traditional manufacturing hub to a high-value, innovation-driven economy.

Indonesia’s Booming Franchise Market Opens Doors For Malaysian Brands - Ahmad Zahid

JAKARTA, April 21 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s rapidly expanding franchise industry presents significant growth opportunities for Malaysian businesses seeking to strengthen their regional footprint, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.