Malaysia’s Export Base To Cushion Us Tariff Impact - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) expects any impact from potential United States (US) tariffs on semiconductors to be limited for Malaysia, thanks to the country’s diversified export base and continued demand in key sectors.

Malaysia Posts RM16.7 Bln Surplus In Current Account Balance In 1Q 2025  -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s current account balance (CAB) recorded a RM16.7 billion surplus in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), equivalent to 3.4 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP), supported by net exports of goods and a smaller deficit in the secondary income account, said Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

Macroeconomic Prospects, Structural Reforms To Provide Support For Ringgit - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Positive macroeconomic prospects and the ongoing implementation of structural reforms will provide medium-term support for the ringgit, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Analysts Maintain ‘buy’ On 99 Speed Mart After Solid 1Q Results

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Analysts maintained a positive outlook on 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd (99 Speed Mart) following its first quarter (1Q) results for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 (FY2025).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Marginally Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session slightly lower today, weighed down by a lack of fresh catalysts and mirroring the trend of key regional indices.

Credit Growth Rises 5.5 Pct In 1Q 2025 Amid Higher Outstanding Corporate Bonds Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Loans to the private non-financial sector grew by 5.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) versus 5.2 per cent in 4Q 2024, amid sustained growth in outstanding loans and higher growth in outstanding corporate bonds.

Malaysian Economy Expands 4.4 Pct In 1Q, Anchored By Household Spending

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy expanded by 4.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), driven by sustained household spending supported by favourable labour market conditions and government policies, compared to 4.2 per cent in 1Q 2024.

Ringgit Continues To Improve Ahead Of Malaysia's 1Q GDP Announcement

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit has continued its positive momentum, opening stronger against the US dollar this morning, ahead of Malaysia’s first quarter (1Q) 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) announcement today, an analyst said.

Keyfield's 1Q 2025 Net Profit Drops To RM20.67 Mln On Lower Vessel Revenue

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Keyfield International Bhd posted a lower net profit of RM20.68 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025), compared with RM30.30 million in the same period last year.

Gold Likely To Keep Rallying Until Next Year Amid Global Uncertainties -- UBS

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- UBS Investment Bank remains bullish on gold and expects the precious metal to continue to rally, likely until the second or third quarter of next year, amid global uncertainties. 

Sunway REIT Posts Higher 1Q Net Profit Of RM104.32 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Sunway Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) recorded a higher net profit of RM104.32 million for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) ended March 31, 2025, compared to RM86.98 million in the same quarter a year ago.

Research Firms Raise Malaysia’s 1Q 2025 GDP Forecast To 4.5-4.6 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Research firms have projected a higher gross domestic product (GDP) of between 4.5 and 4.6 per cent from 4.4 per cent previously for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), ahead of this Friday’s announcement.