BATU KAWAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- Penang secured RM4.9 billion in approved manufacturing investments in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), ranking second nationwide and reinforcing its position as one of Malaysia's leading industrial and investment destinations.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd remains positive on Malaysia's export prospects for 2026, citing resilient external demand and sustained momentum in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, driven by the technology upcycle and artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments.
By Rosemarie Khoo
KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's improved standing in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking reflects the country’s strengthening economic fundamentals.
BATU KAWAN, June 18 (Bernama) – Electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider Winner Sky Technology Sdn Bhd has opened its new 60,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Batu Kawan, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth trajectory and reinforcing its long-term commitment to Malaysia as a base for high-value electronics manufacturing.
JOHOR BAHRU, June 18 (Bernama) -- The state government launched the Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP) by identifying 83 investment projects across eight priority industries, which are expected to contribute investments worth RM167.4 billion.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to maintain strong trade momentum in the coming months after recording the best trade performance in the country’s history for the first four months of 2026 despite facing global geopolitical uncertainties and supply chain disruptions, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Sim Tze Tzin.
JOHOR BAHRU, June 18 (Bernama) -- The Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP) is not just an economic development plan; it is also a key enabler of the Maju Johor 2030 agenda, said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 16 (Bernama) -- The Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) has formalised a strategic partnership with Taoyuan City Government in Taiwan to promote industrial collaboration, strengthen talent development and enhance mutual economic competitiveness.
By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil
JAKARTA, June 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia's decision to raise the BI-Rate and increase non-subsidised fuel prices within days highlights the government's effort to support the rupiah and ease fiscal pressures, although the measures are expected to add pressure on households and businesses, analysts say.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- SOLUM has held its "Singapore Private Show", showcasing smart retail solutions and partnership models tailored to the Southeast Asian market as it seeks to expand its regional presence.
BUTTERWORTH, June 12 (Bernama) -- Galatek Technologies (Galatek) has opened its manufacturing, assembly and delivery facility in Penang, further strengthening Malaysia’s position as a strategic hub for advanced manufacturing and semiconductor industry development.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- The Industrial Production Index (IPI) expanded by 8.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in April 2026, marking the highest growth registered since September 2022, bolstered by the expansion across all sectors, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
