KPK Reviewing Allocation Needs For New Rubber Planting In Ranau

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) through the Malaysian Rubber Board, is re-evaluating the need to increase allocations for the opening of new rubber planting areas, particularly in hardcore poverty areas such as Ranau.

Lazada Seller Summit 2025 Helps Shape Future Of eCommerce

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The Lazada Seller Summit 2025 showcased diverse technological innovations and seller empowerment approaches to help shape a more inclusive and sustainable eCommerce future in Malaysia.

Govt Strengthens National Policies Via MADANI Economy Framework -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government has boldly and decisively shaped the direction of national policies through the formulation of a comprehensive framework known as the MADANI Economy that is based on sustainability, the people’s well-being, and governance with integrity.

13MP: Fiscal Consolidation Measures To Reduce Deficit Below 3 Pct, Control Debt

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The implementation of fiscal consolidation measures is expected to reduce the fiscal deficit to below three per cent and ensure that the debt level does not exceed 60 per cent of the country’s estimated gross domestic product (GDP).

Countervailing And Anti-Dumping Duties (Amendment) Bill 2025 Tabled For First Reading

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Countervailing and Anti-Dumping Duties (Amendment) Bill 2025, aimed at protecting local industries from unfair trade practices and ensuring the competitiveness of Malaysian products, was presented for its first reading in the Dewan Rakyat today.

Structural Reforms Critical For Long-term Economic Resilience - BNM Governor

By M.Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ongoing structural reforms to ensure long-term resilience are critical to defend the economy against global shocks, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said during an exclusive interview with Bernama.

Malaysia's Real GDP Growth Forecast Raised To 4.5 Pct In 2025, 4.0 Pct In 2026 -- IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent in 2025 and 4.0 per cent in 2026. 

Ringgit Ends Lower Vs Greenback As BNM Lower GDP Projection

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended easier against the US dollar today, as traders' sentiment was affected by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) gross domestic product (GDP) revision for the year. 

Ringgit Ends Lower Vs Greenback Following BNM's GDP Forecast Revision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended easier against the US dollar today, as traders' sentiment was affected by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) gross domestic product (GDP) revision for the year. 

RM100 Cash Aid To Have RM3 Bln Retail Injection, Boost Consumption - Kenanga IB

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The targeted fiscal measures announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday are anticipated to enhance near-term consumption, especially for essential goods and household items, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

RON95 Subsidy Plan To Benefit Majority, Mitigate Inflationary Pressures - Investment Banks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The government's plan to reduce the price of RON95 petrol is widely seen as a positive step to ease living costs and support private consumption amid global economic uncertainties, said investment banks.

PADU System Uses Integrated Data To Update 30.4 Mln Profiles As Of June -- Economy Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- The Central Database System (PADU) has integrated data from 204 agencies to update 30.4 million citizen and permanent resident profiles as of June 2025.