Ringgit Firms Against Greenback On Economic Resilience

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher against the US dollar at Monday’s close and was mixed against its ASEAN peers, supported by signs of Malaysia’s economic resilience after advance gross domestic product expanded a stronger-than-expected 5.7 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Penang Must Capitalise Opportunities From China’s Economic Upgrades

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Penang must capitalise on opportunities arising from China’s economic structural upgrades by strengthening collaboration in high-tech manufacturing and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Penang DAP chairperson Steven Sim Chee Keong said.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Positive US, China Economic Data

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, supported by positive United States and Chinese economic data, a trader said.

Malaysia To See Continued Growth In 2026 On FFDI Inflows, Robust Domestic Economy -- Amir Hamzah

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to continue growing in 2026, driven by foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows as well as a robust domestic economy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

CGTN: China, Canada Pledge Deeper Bilateral Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) – China Global Television Network Corporation (CGTN) has published an article highlighting Chinese President Xi Jinping’s meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, underscoring renewed momentum in bilateral relations and broad prospects for cooperation under evolving global conditions.

Rianlon’s RM1.27 Bln Project Boosts Johor’s High-value Manufacturing Push -- Onn Hafiz

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Rianlon Corporation’s decision to establish a research and development (R&D) and manufacturing facility in Johor reflects strong and sustained investor confidence in the state as a regional hub for high-value and technology-driven investments.

King Praises National Economic Achievements, Malaysia's Success As ASEAN Chair

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia congratulated the government on Malaysia's success as the ASEAN chair last year and the country's success in recording positive economic growth last year.

Implementation Of 170 12MP Initiatives Drives GDP Growth – Economy Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The successful implementation of more than 170 socio-economic development initiatives under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) has contributed to the nation’s gross domestic product  (GDP) growth between 2021 and 2025, which is estimated to be at 5.2 per cent per annum.

MPOB Hosts Papua New Guinea Delegation On Palm Oil Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) has hosted a delegation from Papua New Guinea led by Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru, as the country seeks closer palm oil cooperation in technical areas and research and development (R&D).

MADANI Economy's Fiscal Discipline Boosts Investor Confidence, Ringgit's Value -- Johan

By Nor Baizura Basri and Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The reform agenda implemented under the MADANI Economy framework which emphasises fiscal discipline has strengthened investor confidence in the country and contributed to the ringgit’s strengthening last year, according to Treasury secretary-general Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican.

Rubber Market Expected To Remain Flattish Next Week

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi and Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to remain flattish next week, with demand and prices likely to move sideways, said industry expert Denis Low.

Gold Futures Likely To See Cautious Trading Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to see cautious trading next week, tracking external developments as well as the performance of the United States COMEX.