Fuel Prices Unchanged For June 12-18

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The retail prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol throughout the country will remain unchanged at RM3.07 and RM2.05 per litre respectively, from June 12 to 18.

Tax Experts: Targeted SST Review Supports Fiscal Health

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- The revision of Sales Tax rates and the expansion of the Service Tax scope form part of targeted fiscal measures to keep the nation’s finances on a sustainable path, tax experts said.

e-invoice System Postponed After Considering Business Owners' Concerns - Lim

GEORGE TOWN, June 8 (Bernama) – The government has postponed the implementation of the e-invoice system after weighing the concerns of business owners, particularly the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

MIDF Amanah Anticipates RON95 Fuel Subsidy Rationalisation To Be Pushed To 4Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd anticipates the implementation of RON95 fuel subsidy rationalisation may be pushed to the fourth quarter of 2025 due to unresolved issues such as eligibility and the delivery mechanism.

IMF Forum Explores How Governments Can Better Navigate Rising Borrowing Costs, Refinancing Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The 20th International Monetary Fund (IMF) Public Debt Management Forum explores and discusses how governments can better navigate the challenges of rising borrowing costs and debt refinancing pressures.

TDA Enhances MyCIEDS For Improved Import-export Efficiency

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The Technology Depository Agency Bhd (TDA) has upgraded the Malaysian Customs Import Export Document System (MyCIEDS) to an integrated digital system.

Govt Mulls Special Package For Businesses After US-Malaysia Negotiations - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 – The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) will consider introducing a special incentive package for businesses affected by United States (US) tariff after assessing its impact, in addition to evaluating its effect on the country’s fiscal position.

Govt May Revise GDP Forecast After US Tariff Talks - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is considering revising the gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast set in Budget 2025 after gaining more clarity from Malaysia's negotiations with the United States (US) on the tariffs.

UDA Holdings Appoints Johari Shukri Jamil As President/CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- UDA Holdings Bhd (UDA) has appointed Johari Shukri Jamil as president/chief executive officer (CEO) effective today, replacing Mohd Salem Kailany.

FMM Urges Further Delay To SST Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has urged the government to defer the implementation of the expanded sales and service tax (SST) beyond the new date of June 1, 2025, flagging its potential impact on businesses and consumers.

Malaysia Must Focus On Export Base Diversification, Quality Investments -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, April 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must focus on diversifying its export base and increasing the quality of investments in preparation to face the global economic uncertainty, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

US Tariff: GDP Review Hinges On Comprehensive Impact Analysis – Amir Hamzah

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Syuhada Yusof

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Any revision to the 2025 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast of 4.5 to 5.5 per cent will be based on a comprehensive impact analysis by the National Geoeconomic Command Centre (NGCC), said the Finance Ministry.