Analysts Lower 2025 Inflation To 1.4 Pct, Expect 1.8 Pct Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has lowered its 2025 inflation forecast to 1.4 per cent from 1.5 per cent (2024: 1.8 per cent), driven by the deflationary effects of Budi95.

MATRADE Guides Malaysian Mid-Tier Companies Into India's High-Growth Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has paved new pathways for Malaysian mid-tier companies to tap into India’s rapidly expanding market through a market immersion mission to Mumbai from Nov 19–21.

Rubber Market Snaps Three-day Winning Streak To End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market snapped its three-day winning streak by easing slightly today at the close amid mixed advice from regional rubber markets, said a dealer.

Perdana Petroleum's Net Profit Lower To RM41.69 Mln In 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Perdana Petroleum Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) declined to RM41.69 million from RM75.80 million a year ago. 

Orkim Seeks To Raise RM92 Mln Ahead Of Main Market Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Orkim Bhd, a marine transportation company, aims to raise RM92 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd on Dec 9, 2025.

Malaysia's External Debt Risk Manageable - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The Finance Ministry (MoF) said Malaysia’s overall external debt risk remains manageable, supported by a favourable maturity and currency profile.

Africa’s Rapid Growth A Hedge For Malaysia Against Geopolitical Uncertainties -- Academician

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The African continent’s rapid economic growth presents export opportunities for Malaysia to reduce reliance on traditional partners and possibly hedge itself against geopolitical uncertainties, University of Nottingham Malaysia assistant professor of business economics Dr Tan Chee Meng said.

Main Market-bound Geohan To Raise RM72.6 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Foundation and geotechnical engineering specialist Geohan Corporation Bhd aims to raise RM72.6 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its listing on Bursa Malaysia Securities’ Main Market on Dec 5, 2025.

Ringgit Likely To Stay Within 4.10-4.15 Range Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within the 4.10-4.15 range against the US dollar next week, supported by Malaysia’s resilient macroeconomic fundamentals amid shifting expectations over the United States’ monetary policy.

Main Market-Bound LAC Med To Raise RM55.6 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- LAC Med Bhd, a medical devices and integrated solutions provider, aims to raise RM55.6 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd on Dec 10, 2025.

Current 2.75 Pct OPR Remains Appropriate And Supportive For Malaysia's Economy - BNM Governor 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The current overnight policy rate (OPR) of 2.75 per cent remains supportive and appropriate given Malaysia’s economic conditions and stable inflation environment, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Ringgit Rises 8.2 Pct Against US Dollar As Of Nov 12 - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The ringgit remained broadly stable against the US dollar with a marginal appreciation of 0.05 per cent in the third quarter (3Q) of 2025 and a year-to-date (YTD) appreciation of 8.2 per cent as of Nov 12, 2025, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).