Malaysia’s Economy To Grow 4-5 Pct In 2026 Backed By Domestic Resilience

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) estimates Malaysia’s economy to grow between four per cent and five per cent this year compared with 5.2 per cent registered in 2025, with the country’s domestic resilience and diversified export structure continuing to provide buffer to navigate the current external headwinds mainly from conflict in West Asia.

Ringgit On Modest Rebound Against Greenback At Opening

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, with a modest rebound although gains remain limited, said an analyst.

Petronas Continues To Monitor Malaysia’s Fuel Supply

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) continues to closely monitor the nation’s fuel supply to help safeguard nationwide stability, amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Indonesia’s B50 Programme Optimism

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, driven by renewed bullish sentiment on Indonesia’s preparation to roll out its B50 biodiesel programme soon, a trader said.

Rubber Market Ends Higher, Tracking Gains In Crude Oil Prices

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, supported by gains in crude oil prices and a weaker ringgit against the US dollar.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Caution Over Rising Oil Prices, West Asia Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, in line with most regional markets, as investors adjusted their risk exposure amid spiralling oil prices driven by the ongoing West Asia conflict, now in its second month.

AirAsia Expects Modest Fare Hikes But Maintains Low-Cost Positioning

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Capital A chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said AirAsia fares may see a modest increase while remaining affordable, following the conflict in West Asia. 

Malaysia Well-Positioned To Withstand Rising Fiscal Pressures Amid High Oil Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains well-positioned to withstand rising fiscal pressures as the price of Brent crude holds above US$100 per barrel, with stronger petroleum-related revenues expected to cushion the impact of a higher RON95 subsidy bill, said analysts. 

Malaysian Consumer Sector Seen Resilient On Stable Spending, Fiscal Support – RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian consumer products sector shall continue to provide earnings resilience and visibility, underpinned by stable domestic consumption and ongoing fiscal support, according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

Only Malaysia, Thailand Recorded Net Foreign Inflows Last Week - MBSB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Thailand are the only Asian markets monitored by MBSB Investment Bank Bhd to receive net foreign inflows last week, recording RM587.6 million and US$58.9 million respectively, while other regional markets experienced net selling of equities.

Ringgit Eases Vs Greenback, Investors Shift To Safe-Haven Assets

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased on Monday as market players continued to shift towards safe-haven assets amid uncertainties surrounding the fallout from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, now stretching beyond a month.

CPO Futures Seen Trading Higher Next Week On Stronger Demand Outlook

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expcted to trade higher next week, supported by stronger demand expectations, a trader said.