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Economic

MIHAS 2024 Knowledge Hub Session Offers SMEs Strategies For Export Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- The Knowledge Hub (KH) session organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2024 is crucial for local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in shaping their export strategies, as they often operate with a domestic focus and limited resources.

Sulaiman Mahbob: Steering MIDA Through Economic Crossroads

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- As Tan Sri Sulaiman Mahbob concludes his tenure as chairman of the Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) on Sept 2, 2024, his leadership has left an indelible mark on Malaysia’s investment landscape.

Malaysia's Exports And Imports Of Goods To Recover, Rebound This Year -- MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its projection that Malaysia’s goods exports and imports will recover and rebound to 5.2 per cent and 11.2 per cent growth, respectively, in 2024, following a more robust performance in August.

Robust 1H 2024 Domestic Investments Show Country Not Dependent On Foreign Investments -- MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s RM160 billion approved investments in the first half of 2024 (1H 2024), comprising RM85.4 billion in domestic investments (DI) and RM74.6 billion in foreign investments (FI), showed that the country is not overly dependent on FI to stimulate its economy.

Bina Darulaman Says External Auditor's Resignation A Routine Governance Practice

ALOR SETAR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Bina Darulaman Bhd today clarified that the resignation of its external auditor, KPMG PLT, effective Sept 9, 2024, was part of a routine governance practice.

MIDA Partners MIER To Strengthen Malaysia’s Investment Climate

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) have established a strategic partnership focused on enhancing Malaysia’s economic and investment climate through data-driven research, analysis, and collaboration.

Eco World 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM80.44 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended July 31, 2024 (3Q 2024) increased to RM80.44 million from RM66.33 million last year.

Air Passenger Traffic Up 12.7 Pct To 8.7 Mln In August 2024 - MAVCOM

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysian airports served 8.7 million air passengers in August, a 12.7 per cent growth from the 7.7 million passengers recorded in August 2023, reflecting continued robust growth across both international and domestic sectors.

PKNS Allocates RM0.5 Mln To Help Entrepreneurs Participate In International Exposition

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) has allocated more than RM0.5 million to help potential entrepreneurs participate in international exposition in the country to expand their businesses. 

Malaysian REITs Witness Positive Growth In 2024 Despite Global Challenges - MRMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Real Estate Investment Trusts (M-REITs) have witnessed a positive uptrend despite the challenging global economic and geopolitical landscape this year, according to the Malaysian REIT Managers Association (MRMA).

61 Pct Malaysian Respondents Believe 2024 An Ideal Year To Launch Small Business - Herbalife

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Health and wellness company Herbalife Ltd, in its survey, revealed that 61 per cent of Malaysian respondents believe that 2024 is an ideal year to launch a small business. 

Kenaf Industry Seeks Greater Govt Support To Boost Growth -- Chan

CYBERJAYA, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The kenaf industry needs more government support to accelerate its growth and attract more smallholders to engage in its cultivation, which could significantly contribute to the national economy, according to Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin.