Economist Forecasts Ringgit To Reach RM4.45 Vs US Dollar By Year-end

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to trade sideways, with an end-of-year forecast of RM4.45 against the US dollar.

Maybank IB, HLIB Expect OPR To Remain At 3.00 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has maintained its forecast for the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent this year to support domestic growth amid external headwinds.

Malaysia's Auto Industry Hits Record 816,747 Units In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s automotive industry achieved a record Total Industry Volume (TIV) of 816,747 units in 2024, surpassing the 800,000-unit mark for the first time. 

Domestic Demand, Tech Recovery, Strategic Investments To Drive Malaysia's Growth In 2025 - AMRO Economist

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is projected to sustain robust economic growth in 2025 despite facing external challenges, driven by resilient domestic demand, surging foreign investments, and recovery in global technology demand.

Malaysia's GDP Growth Likely To Remain Resilient At 4.5 Pct In 2025 - OCBC

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth is projected to remain resilient at 4.5 per cent in 2025 compared to 5.2 per cent in 2024, driven by strong export performance and sustained domestic demand, said OCBC senior ASEAN economist Lavanya Venkateswaran.

Steady Growth In The Property Sector This Year - Rahim & Co

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The local property market is poised for steady growth in 2025, driven by sustained momentum in owner-occupier residential developments and the rise of emerging industries such as data centres and renewable energy.

Gradual Salary Adjustment Could Strengthen Malaysia's Credit Profile - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- A gradual salary increase will not lead to excessive inflationary pressures, UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Sdn Bhd head of investment research Mohd Sedek Jantan said. 

Maybank IB Projects 4.9 Pct GDP Growth, 3.0 Pct Inflation Rate In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has reiterated its projection of a 4.9 per cent growth for the Malaysian economy in 2025 and an inflation rate of 3.0 per cent for the year. 

Stanchart Forecasts Ringgit To Strengthen To 4.40 Against Us Dollar By End-2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Standard Chartered (Stanchart) forecasts the ringgit to reach 4.40 against the US dollar by the end of 2025, maintaining a positive outlook due to favourable positioning for domestic financial assets.

Sumbangan Asas Rahmah Extended To Sabah, Sarawak Via Mykad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The distribution of Sumbangan Asas Rahman (SARA) assistance via the use of MyKad will be expanded to Sabah and Sarawak this year instead of only in Peninsular Malaysia in 2024, said the Finance Ministry (MOF).

U Mobile Likely To Collaborate To Defray 5G Capex Estimated At RM3 Bln-RM4 Bln -- RHB Investment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd is likely to enter into network collaborations to defray 5G capital expenditure (capex) estimated at RM3 billion-RM4 billion following its selection as the second 5G network access provider, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd.

Diesel Subsidy Rationalisation To Save Govt Up To RM7.5 Bln A Year -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- The implementation of diesel subsidy rationalisation is expected to provide annual savings of between RM7.2 billion and RM7.5 billion, up from the RM4 billion in savings projected last year, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.