Malaysia’s IPI Rises 4.1 Pct In August, Propelled By Manufacturing Sector's Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) increased by 4.1 per cent in August 2024, propelled by the moderate growth in the manufacturing sector, said the Department of Statistics (DOSM).

MPC Launches Guidelines For EVs, Battery Management To Ensure Safety And Ecosystem Protection

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) has launched the electric vehicle and battery management (EVBM) guidelines to ensure public safety, environmental protection and the sustainability of Malaysia’s EV ecosystem. 

Malaysia Could Supercharge FDI Through Budget 2025 Initiatives - Analysts

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia could supercharge its foreign direct investment (FDI) through Budget 2025 by offering bold tax incentives, streamlined regulations, and targeted sector support, said analysts.

Budget 2025 To Pave Way For 13th Malaysia Plan, Address Cost-Of-Living Challenges : MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Budget 2025, set to be tabled on Oct 18, marks the final budget under the 12th Malaysia Plan (2021-2025) and is expected to lay the groundwork for the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (2026-2030).

Sarawak Ready To Lead In Promoting Sustainable Global Economy - Abang Johari

KUCHING, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Sarawak is ready to learn and lead in promoting a just and sustainable global economy through the development of green and renewable energy, sustainable agriculture or digital innovation.

RHB Bank Net Interest Margin Seen Higher In Third Quarter

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd’s net interest margin (NIM) for the third quarter of 2024 (3Q2024) is expected to surpass the 1.89 per cent recorded in the second quarter, driven by a recent 10 basis points (bps) reduction in board fixed deposit rates and easing deposit competition, among other factors.

Malaysia Increasingly Attractive To Foreign Investors -- UBS Global Research

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has become increasingly attractive to foreign investors due to several factors, such as the country’s political stability and track record in exercising fiscal responsibility, said UBS Global Research. 

RHB Positive On Guan Chong MoU With Ivory Coast's CCC, Maintains 'Buy' Call

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) is positive on cocoa manufacturer Guan Chong Bhd's (Guan Chong) recent memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Ivory Coast's Conseil du Café-Cacao (CCC) to acquire a 25 per cent stake in CotéTranscao d’Ivoire (CI). 

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher As Investors Focus On US Rate Cut Pace

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar as investors shifted their attention to the extent and timing of anticipated US interest rate cuts, confident that monetary easing will persist, said an economist.

Malaysia Seeks Collaboration With UNESCAP To Attract Investment, Green Initiatives - Tengku Zafrul

From Rosmalis Anuar

VIENTIANE, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is exploring opportunities for collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) to attract investment and green initiatives.

Indian Refiners' Palm Oil Purchase Cancellation To Be Short-lived -- Johari

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Indian refiners' decision to cancel approximately 100,000 metric tonnes of palm oil purchases in response to its government’s recent import tax hike is considered a temporary measure, said Malaysia’s Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani today.

MBSB Bank Introduces New Competitive Campaign Rates For Individuals, SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- MBSB Bank Bhd has announced its latest campaign rates, offering competitive financial solutions for both individual and small and medium enterprise (SME) customers.