Melaka Unemployment Rate Down To 1.8 Pct In Q4 2024 - Ab Rauf

MELAKA, May 18 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in Melaka for the fourth quarter (Q4) of last year dropped to 1.8 per cent, down from 2.6 per cent in 2023, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said.

Urban Renewal Act Offers Significant Benefits, Overhang Remains A Concern -- Propertyguru Malaysia

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad and Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The Urban Renewal Act, expected to be tabled in Parliament this July, could bring significant benefits such as preserving heritage, revitalising communities and generating economic impact, said PropertyGuru Malaysia country manager Kenneth Soh. 

PropertyGuru Survey Reveals 77 Pct Of Malaysians Consider Climate Risks When Buying Homes

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Data from PropertyGuru’s 2024 survey revealed that 77 per cent of Malaysians consider climate risks when purchasing a home.

REHDA Sees Positive Impact On Housing Affordability After SPAN Revises Sewerage Charges

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (REHDA) Malaysia said the revision of the Sewerage Capital Contribution (SCC) rates by the National Water Services Commission (SPAN) is expected to benefit the property development industry.

Proton Returns To Singapore With e.MAS 7 Showcase At The Car Expo 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- Proton Holdings Bhd (Proton) is returning to Singapore with its first electric vehicle (EV), the Proton e.MAS 7, which will be available for a special public preview at The Car Expo 2025 this weekend. 

Malaysia's GDP To Moderate At 4.0 Pct In 2025 - MIDF Amanah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd expects Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow at a moderate rate of 4.0 per cent in 2025, compared to 5.1 per cent in 2024.

MDV Powers Malaysia’s Tech Innovation With More Than RM13 Bln Financing, Drives Green, Digital Future

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Debt Ventures Bhd (MDV) has emerged as a key enabler of the nation’s innovation and digital transformation agenda, with more than RM13 billion channelled into over 1,000 high-impact, technology-driven projects.

Malaysia's Inflation Rises At Slower Rate Of 1.8 Pct In 2024 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation increased at a slower rate of 1.8 per cent in 2024 versus 2.5 per cent in 2023, with the index points standing at 132.8 in 2024 against 130.4 recorded in the previous year, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Kioxia Portable SSD Bags Red Dot Design Award 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Kioxia Corporation, a world leader in memory solutions, announced its EXCERIA PLUS G2 Portable solid-state drive (SSD) Series has won the Red Dot Design Award in the “Product Design 2025” category.

LTSAS Can Now Accommodate Up To 700,000 Passengers A Year - MAHB

IPOH, April 25 (Bernama) -- The newly upgraded terminal building of  Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (LTSAS)  is now larger and equipped with more efficient, comfortable facilities, increasing its passenger handling capacity to  700,000 passengers a year, compared to 500,000 previously.

Malaysia Inflation May Rebound After March Slowdown -- Moody's Analytics

SINGAPORE, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's headline inflation is expected to tick up in the latter half of the year, following its lowest reading in more than four years in March, according to Moody’s Analytics.

Ferrotec Opens Second High-Tech Plant In Kulim With RM1 Bln Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- Ferrotec Holdings Corporation, a global supplier of materials, components and precision system solutions, has launched its second high-tech manufacturing facility in Kulim, Kedah, with an investment of nearly RM1 billion (US$226 million).