Malaysia's Inflation Rises 1.3 Pct In August - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation increased 1.3 per cent in August 2025, with the index points standing at 134.9, against 133.2 in the same month of the previous year, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Property Market Poised For Growth In 2026, Backed By Budget 2026, 13MP - Juwai IQI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 is expected to strengthen Malaysia’s property market across the board through targeted subsidies, major infrastructure investments, and growth initiatives under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

ASEAN-USTR Meeting Pivotal To Discuss New Areas Of Economic Cooperation

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Tomorrow’s meeting between ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) and United States (US) Trade Representative (USTR), Jamieson Greer, is a pivotal opportunity for both sides to discuss new areas of economic cooperation, notwithstanding the trade tensions brought on by the US tariffs.

Ringgit Extends Gains On RON95 Subsidy Reform

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, extending gains as market confidence was lifted by the government’s firm policy stance following the rationalisation of RON95 subsidies.

Targeted RON95 Subsidies A Landmark To Narrow Fiscal Deficit, Strengthen Debt -- Economist

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- The rationalisation of RON95 subsidies marks a landmark in Malaysia’s structural reform journey, with the reduction in subsidy expenditure expected to help narrow the fiscal deficit and improve the government’s debt dynamics, said an economist.

Triple Enlit Asia 2025 Win Reaffirms TNB's Leadership In Innovation, Sustainability

By M.Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Three awards at the prestigious Enlit Asia 2025 international conference and exhibition in Bangkok recently reaffirm Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) leadership in innovation and sustainability in the power and energy sector.

Kazakhstan, Malaysia Bilateral Trade Revenue To Increase To US$1 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Bilateral trade revenue for Kazakhstan and Malaysia is expected to increase significantly to US$1 billion (US$1 = RM4.19) annually in the next three to four years.

Malaysia’s Property Outlook Remains Constructive In 2H 2025, Says HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s property outlook for the second half of 2025 (2H 2025) remains constructive, with ample opportunities across multiple segments, according to Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

Low OPR Reduces Borrowing Costs, Helps People Own Homes - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- The lower Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) is expected to support homeownership affordability through reduced debt servicing costs, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Malaysia's Banking Sector Resilient Amid Trade Tension, Slower Growth - S&P Global 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's banking sector is well-positioned to navigate trade tensions and softer growth, driven by a strong labour market and stable household finances, said S&P Global Ratings. 

Farm Fresh Hopes Budget 2026 To Sustain Essential Spending, Refine Sugar Tax

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 (Bernama) -- Johor-based dairy product specialist Farm Fresh Bhd hopes that the upcoming Budget 2026 will maintain funding to support household spending on essential goods while addressing health-related policies, such as sugar taxation.

Bina Puri Inks MoU With Hanil Electric, Eyeing US$50 Mln Plant Project In Sarawak

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 (Bernama) -- Bina Puri Holdings Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s household appliance manufacturer, Hanil Electric Co Ltd, to develop Hanil’s upcoming US$50 million (RM220 million) manufacturing plant in Sarawak.