Malaysia December CPI Rises 1.6 Pct, Inflation Remains Subdued

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The slight uptick in Malaysia’s December 2025 consumer price index (CPI) to 1.6 per cent is within normal monthly fluctuations, an academic said.

Ketengah Approves RM48.355 Mln Budget For RP1 Under 13MP This Year

DUNGUN, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Central Terengganu Development Authority (Ketengah) has approved a RM48.355 million budget for the First Rolling Plan (RP1) under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), involving the implementation of 28 projects this year.

AM Best Affirms Japan P&I Credit Ratings As Excellent

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of The Japan Ship Owners’ Mutual Protection & Indemnity Association (Japan P&I), with a stable outlook.

Implementation Of 170 12MP Initiatives Drives GDP Growth – Economy Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The successful implementation of more than 170 socio-economic development initiatives under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) has contributed to the nation’s gross domestic product  (GDP) growth between 2021 and 2025, which is estimated to be at 5.2 per cent per annum.

Targeted Subsidies A More Realistic Approach For Tackling Rising Cost Of Living -- Treasury Sec-Gen

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar and Nor Baizura Basri

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Despite the view that subsidies are inefficient and prices of basic necessities should be determined by market forces, the MADANI Government has chosen a more realistic approach by providing targeted subsidies to help households cope with cost-of-living pressures.

From Traditional Components To Smart Systems: MCE Eyes Sustained Growth In Malaysia's Auto Sector

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- MCE Holdings Bhd has transformed itself from a traditional automotive components manufacturer into a more technology-driven company, reflecting the broader shift towards smarter and more connected vehicles.

HDC, MARA, RISDA In Tie-ups To Strengthen Nation’s Halal Ecosystem

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- The Halal Development Bhd (HDC) and the Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen strategic cooperation in entrepreneur development, particularly women entrepreneurs, within the national halal industry ecosystem.

Malaysia Targets RM2 Bln Pineapple Exports By 2027

KUALA KUBU BAHRU, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The government aims to increase pineapple exports to RM2 billion by 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen and develop the industry, which is now considered a high-value strategic commodity.

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Promotes David Lee To Global CHRO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has promoted David Lee to Global Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), based in Boston, succeeding Kim Briones, who is retiring from her full-time role.

Malaysia-Turkiye US$10 Bln Bilateral Trade Target Achievable -- PM Anwar

From Muhammad Saufee Rosman

ISTANBUL, Jan 8 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is confident that the Malaysia-Türkiye bilateral trade target of US$10 billion (US$1 = RM4.05) is achievable based on ongoing programmes and investments.

Malaysia, Turkiye Aim For Synergy In Defence, Energy And High-tech Industries - PM Anwar

From Muhammad Saufee Rosman

ISTANBUL, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkiye have agreed to strengthen cooperation in strategic industries by leveraging their respective strengths in the defence, energy and high-technology sectors, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Pluxee Q1 Revenue Up 9 Pct, Confirms Fiscal 2026 Targets

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Pluxee reported first-quarter (Q1) fiscal 2026 total revenues of 308 million euros, up 9.0 per cent organically, marking a robust start to the year and prompting the group to reaffirm all full-year financial objectives. (1 Euro = RM4.73)