Malaysia Exports Over RM33 Bln In Rubber, Rubber-based Product Annually - Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia exports more than RM33 billion worth of rubber and rubber-based products annually, driven by research and development (R&D) technologies developed by the Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB).

Malaysia To Intensify Efforts To Enter New Markets, Boost Trade -- PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to intensify efforts to enter new markets to boost trade, thereby strengthening its position as a competitive trading nation. 

Compliance Cost Savings’ Goal Of 1 Pct GDP in Line With International Standards -- MPC

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aim to reduce compliance costs to up to 1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP)  as part of the civil service reform agenda is in line with international standards, including those of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Malaysia’s Banking Sector Resilient Amid Tariff Pressures, Expected To Hold Steady In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking sector ended 2025 on a firmer footing, charting steady loan growth, stable asset quality and sustained profitability despite a year clouded by global trade tensions, while the outlook for next year remains steady amid a diversified portfolio.

KLCI Futures Likely To See Uptrend Next Week

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to see an uptrend next week, tracking the underlying cash market.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower as Investors Eye US Data, BOJ Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Friday amid mixed regional market performance as investors turned cautious over a possible rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) and upcoming US economic data that may influence the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision next week.  

AM Best Affirms Mongolian Re Credit Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B (Fair) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “bb+” (Fair) of Mongolian National Reinsurance JSC (Mongolian Re).

AM Best Affirms Excellent Ratings For Hong Kong’s China Taiping Insurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed Hong Kong’s China Taiping Insurance (HK) Company Limited [CTPI (HK)] financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent), with a stable outlook.

Targeted Subsidy Doesn't Increase National Debt, Savings Up To RM4 Bln Per Year -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The implementation of targeted subsidy does not increase national debt, but rather an important strategy to reduce long-term liabilities, stabilise the fiscal position and strengthen investor confidence in Malaysia’s economic prospects.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower As Market Sentiment Turns Cautious

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pared earlier losses to end marginally lower today as cautious sentiment prevailed ahead of the US Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting next week.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday On Persistent Selling

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at midday on Thursday due to persistent selling in selected heavyweights, led by the utilities and financial services sectors.  

Malaysia’s GDP Expected To Grow 4.6 Pct In 2026 - CGS International

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to expand by 4.6 per cent in 2026, supported by improving external demand despite a slight moderation in domestic activity, said CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd.