RM2.3 Bln SAF Facility In Johor Boosts Malaysia’s Role In Low-carbon Aviation Supply Chain

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has strengthened its position in the global low-carbon aviation fuel supply chain with the commissioning of a US$500 million (US$1=RM3.89) sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Tanjung Langsat, Johor.

Ringgit Ends Higher Vs Greenback Following Stronger-than-expected GDP

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar, following the stronger-than-expected gross domestic product (GDP) announcement last Friday, an economist said.

Ringgit Opens Firmer Vs US Dollar, Tracking Positive Momentum On 4Q 2025 GDP Growth

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar at the opening on Monday, tracking positive momentum on the better-than-expected fourth quarter (4Q) 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 6.3 per cent which was announced last Friday, an analyst said. 

MOF, KPDN To Review Import-Related Mechanisms Following Strengthening Of Ringgit

BALIK PULAU, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Finance (MOF) will continue to work with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) to examine mechanisms related to developments in the prices of imported goods following the strengthening of the ringgit.

Labuan Corp Advisory Council's First Meeting Looks At Strengthening Island's Economy

LABUAN, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Members of the Advisory Council of Labuan Corporation commenced their inaugural meeting today, focusing on strengthening the island’s economy and addressing several outstanding and emerging economic challenges.

Malaysia's Economy Records Positive 4Q 2025 Performance That Beats Expectations - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy recorded a very positive performance in the fourth quarter (4Q) of 2025 with a 6.3 per cent growth, exceeding initial expectations, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Strong Domestic Demand Boosts Malaysia’s GDP, Narrows Fiscal Deficit To 3.7 Pct - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Strong domestic demand helped Malaysia outperform expectations, lifting fourth-quarter 2025 GDP to a three-year high of 6.3 per cent and full-year growth to 5.2 per cent, above the government’s forecast, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Malaysia's 2025 Economic Growth Beats Estimates At 5.2 Pct - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy grew by 5.2 per cent in 2025 on account of strong domestic demand and favourable exports exceeding the forecast range of 4-4.8 per cent, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Ringgit Seen At 3.70 VS Greenback By End-2026 - MUFG

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- MUFG Bank Ltd expects the ringgit to strengthen toward 3.70 against the US dollar by end-2026, underpinned by a more durable appreciation cycle driven by structural fundamentals.

Govt Optimistic of Encouraging Economic Performance In 4Q 2025 - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The government is optimistic of Malaysia’s ability to achieve encouraging economic performance in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q 2025) based on the current economic vibrancy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Ringgit Hits Near Eight-year High Of 3.89 Vs US Dollar

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit climbed to a fresh high of 3.8995 against the US dollar on Thursday, hovering near its strongest level in almost eight years.

KWAP Launches Jana MyPesara To Help Retirees Manage Business More Systematically

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The Retirement Fund (Incorporated) (KWAP) today launched Jana MyPesara with an allocation of RM20 million as microfinancing to help retirees manage and run their businesses in a more structured manner.