OCBC Expects Another 25 Basis Point Rate Cut By BNM In 2Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- OCBC expects a 25 basis point (bp) rate cut from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) next year, likely in the second quarter of 2026 (2Q 2026).

SMEs Must Begin Carbon Reporting As Trade Partners Tighten Standards -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has called on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to begin measuring and reporting their carbon emissions as global buyers tighten sustainability requirements across supply chains.

Ringgit Rise Reflects Strong Economic Fundamentals, Boosts Investor Confidence

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- The recent strengthening of the ringgit versus the US dollar reflects Malaysia’s underlying economic fundamentals and rising investor confidence in the country, said Sunway University economics professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng.

ASEAN Cross-border QR Payment Surges To 12.9 Million Transactions In 1h 2025 -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN cross-border Quick Response (QR) payment has surged, reaching 12.9 million transactions in the first half of 2025, said Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

ASEAN Must Act On Tariff Fallout With Clearer Trade Rules -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must address the immediate fallout from the rise in tariffs by defining the rules of origin more clearly, closing transhipment loopholes, and developing trade diversion safeguards, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Malaysia's External Debt Risk Manageable - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The Finance Ministry (MoF) said Malaysia’s overall external debt risk remains manageable, supported by a favourable maturity and currency profile.

Sovereignty, Policy Autonomy, National Interests Remain Fully Protected Under ART - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reiterated that Malaysia’s sovereignty, policy autonomy and national interests remain fully protected under the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART).

BNM Strengthens Digital Security System, Tackles Financial Scams Through NSRC

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), together with enforcement agencies, will continue to strengthen the digital security system and expedite action through the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) to ensure that financial fraud can be combated.

Malaysia's Economy Remains Stable, Resilient - Governor

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy remains stable and resilient despite various global challenges, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Healthcare, Insurance Industries Revive GMC To Strengthen Medical Claims Management

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The healthcare and insurance/takaful industries have reactivated the Grievance Mechanism Committee (GMC) with the support of the Health Ministry and Bank Negara Malaysia, bringing together medical professionals, hospitals, insurers, takaful operators, and regulators to address systemic claims challenges.

Malaysia's 3Q GDP Growth Signals Strengthening Domestic Momentum -- Economists

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s third quarter (3Q) economic growth is a testament that domestic momentum is strengthening the economy even as external conditions remain uneven, said an economist.

Robust 3Q 2025 GDP Growth Of 5.2 Pct Shows Economy On The Right Track - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The strong Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth of 5.2 per cent in the third quarter of 2025 proves that the country's economy is on the right track, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.