Malaysia’s Economy Grows 5.1 Pct in 2024, In Line With Govt's Target

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy grew by 5.1 per cent in 2024, up from 3.6 per cent in 2023, aligning with the government’s target of 4.8 per cent to 5.3 per cent year-on-year.

Bursa Malaysia Stages Mild Rebound

By NurulJannah Kamaruddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rebounded slightly after shrinking in the previous session mirroring Wall Street’s recovery, but sentiment remains weak due to uncertainties over US inflationary pressures.

Kao’s Bioré UV Partners K-Pop Group Stray Kids For Global Suncare Campaign 

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Bioré UV, Japan’s top-selling suncare brand and a globally renowned name under Kao Corporation, has announced a global partnership with K-pop sensation Stray Kids for its latest campaign, “SUNLIGHT IS YOUR SPOTLIGHT.”.

Bursa Malaysia Slides As US Inflation Data Strengthens Fed Rate-hold Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended with notable declines as the latest United States inflation data strengthened expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) would maintain interest rates.

MRT, Sunway Integrated To Develop Bukit Chagar Development With GDV Of RM2.6 Bln

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) and Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn Bhd have signed a strategic collaboration to develop the Bukit Chagar Integrated Development with an estimated gross development value (GDV) exceeding RM2.6 billion. 

Malaysia’s Property Sector Resilient In 2025, Driven By Strong Demand And Key Catalysts – MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s property sector is expected to remain resilient in 2025, driven by sustained buying interest, a declining property overhang, and key catalysts such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS), said a research house.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Marginally Lower, Hot US Inflation Reading Weighs

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia was marginally lower in early trade Thursday as investors reacted to the hotter-than-expected US inflation data, which is expected to prevent the Federal Reserve from easing interest rate.

MP Proposes Setting Up Forex Risk Committee To GLICs

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- A member of parliament today called on the government to set up a committee to coordinate foreign currency exchange (forex) risks to the operations of government-linked investment companies (GLICs).

Blackmores Secures JAKIM Halal Certification, Expanding Accessibility For Muslim Consumers

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Blackmores' dedication to delivering high-quality health supplements to a wider consumer base, including the Muslim community, has been boosted by its recent halal certification by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM).

Malaysia Commits To Deepening Airport Partnership With Turkiye -- Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his appreciation to the Turkish government's trust in Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), reaffirming the strong partnership in managing Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (ISGA).

Malaysia Commits To Deepening Airport Partnership With Turkiye -- Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his appreciation to the Turkish government's trust in Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), reaffirming the strong partnership in managing Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (ISGA).

Malaysia, Turkiye Should Collaborate In Key Sectors To Achieve US$10 Bln Trade Target -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkiye need to collaborate in various sectors,  including semiconductors, agri-commodities, electrical and electronics (E&E) as well as food and beverages (F&B) to achieve the US$10 billion (RM44.68 billion) bilateral trade target, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.