Bursa Malaysia Gains At Midday As Fuel Price Assurance Boosts Consumer Stocks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session in positive territory, supported by buying in selected counters, led by 99 SpeedMart, CIMB and Maybank.

ASEAN Economies To Maintain Growth Above 4 Pct Despite Global Challenges -- AMRO Economist

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, July 23 (Bernama) -- ASEAN economies are expected to maintain growth above four per cent despite a challenging global environment, with projections at 4.4 per cent in 2025 and 4.2 per cent in 2026, according to ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) chief economist Dong He.

Malaysia’s Economy Remains Resilient Amid Global Headwinds - AMRO

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience in 2025, underpinned by strong domestic demand, robust investment activity, and favourable labour market conditions, despite pressures from global trade tensions and policy uncertainty.

Malaysia’s Financial Fundamentals Draw IMF Praise

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s financial strength and market flexibility support resilience against external shocks and capital outflows, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Malaysia To Host Second Round Of EU Free Trade Talks In November - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to host the second round of negotiations for the Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA) in November 2025, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

LPNM Gears Up To Capture Global Market Demand For Malaysian Pineapples

JOHOR BAHRU, July 22 (Bernama) -- New Zealand’s request for an increase in pineapple exports from Malaysia reflects its recognition of the tropical fruit’s quality, safety and competitiveness, especially the premium MD2 variety, which is increasingly gaining ground among consumers. 

Palm Oil Exports Remain Elevated At 1.26 Million Tonnes In June

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil exports in June 2025 remained higher year-on-year at 1.26 million tonnes, exceeding the 1.21 million tonnes in June 2024, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

Palm Oil Exports Remain Elevated At 1.26 Mln Tonne In June

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil exports in June 2025 remained higher year-on-year at 1.26 million tonnes, exceeding 1.19 million tonnes in June 2022, 1.17 million tonnes in June 2023, and 1.21 million tonnes in June 2024.

Gold Futures End Higher Ahead Of EU Tariff Deadline

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Monday, driven by safe-haven demand ahead of the Aug 1 deadline for potential new tariffs on the European Union (EU).

Profit Taking Drags CPO Futures Lower

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday, weighed down by profit taking following last week’s strong rally, an analyst said.

Trade Growth In First Half Of 2025 Is Proof Of Malaysia’s External Trade Strength -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The record cumulative trade value increase of 4.8 per cent to RM1.465 trillion for the first half of 2025 reflects the strength and resilience of Malaysia’s external trade position.

Rubber Market Seen Trading Mixed Next Week Amid Continued Caution

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) --  The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade mixed next week amid continued caution over US tariffs, said the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).