Bina Darulaman Strengthens Focus On Core Business To Drive Long-Term Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Bina Darulaman Bhd (BDB) is strengthening its focus on core businesses and operational discipline as part of a comprehensive recovery plan to restore profitability, improve execution and build a more resilient platform for long-term growth.

Labuan Seeks Equal Duty-Free Treatment As Langkawi

LABUAN, April 29 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s duty-free status should be given equal consideration for full restoration, in line with the proposal being studied for Langkawi, to support the island’s tourism, retail and business sectors, the Labuan Corporation (LC) Advisory Council said.

Labuan Corp Advisory Council Urges CVLB To Set Up Labuan Branch To Boost Transport, Logistics Industry

LABUAN, April 29 (Bernama) -- The Commercial Vehicles Licensing Board (CVLB) has been urged to establish a branch here to facilitate dealings by transport and logistics companies operating on the island.

Singapore’s Top 100 Brands Rise 7 Pct To US$84.1 Bln Value In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s top 100 brands rose seven per cent year-on-year to a combined value of US$84.1 billion in 2026, driven by growth across the banking, engineering, food and real estate sectors, according to the Brand Finance Singapore 100 2026 report. (US$1 = RM3.95)

Zhongshan Firms Showcase Smart Manufacturing Products In Malaysia Trade Push

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The first overseas edition of Guangdong’s “Goods Go Global” trade promotion programme has brought more than 70 manufacturers from Zhongshan to Kuala Lumpur, showcasing consumer goods and smart manufacturing products over the weekend.

Louvre Furnishings Group’s Global Home Carnival Highlights Trade, Culture And Promotions

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Louvre Furnishings Group, a leading brand in China’s furnishings distribution industry, has launched the 2026 Global Home Carnival in Foshan, offering a 21-day programme combining international trade, cultural exchange and consumer promotions.

Investor Interest Remains Intact Amid Global Uncertainties - InvestPenang

GEORGE TOWN, April 26 (Bernama) -- Investor interest in Penang remains intact despite rising global uncertainties, underpinned by resilient demand in the electronics and electrical (E&E) sector and the state’s strategic positioning within evolving global supply chains.

Malaysia On Track For 5.3 Pct GDP Growth In 1Q Despite Global Headwinds - Economist

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is on track to achieve 5.3 per cent growth in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), mainly driven by broad-based expansion across several sub-sectors, including manufacturing, services and construction, an economist said.

MTEN Okays Steps To Protect Supply Chains, Domestic Industries - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The National Economic Action Council (MTEN) today approved three proposals covering logistics facilitation, risk mitigation and market expansion to ensure supply chains and the continuity of domestic industries are not severely disrupted amid the global supply crisis.

Business Events Deliver RM1.9 Bln Boost To Penang Economy In 2025 - Chow

GEORGE TOWN, April 21 (Bernama) -- Penang’s business events sector recorded an economic impact of RM1.91 billion in 2025, underscoring its growing role as a key pillar of the state’s tourism and services economy amid global uncertainties.

PM Anwar Announces Additional RM5 Bln Facilities For MSMEs

Credit Guarantees, Regulatory Relief Support MSMEs Amid Energy Crisis

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian government has moved swiftly to roll out targeted assistance measures to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) sustain operations amid a global energy crisis triggered by conflict in West Asia, as authorities acknowledge mounting pressures on small businesses.