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.

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.

Tengku Zafrul In South Korea For APEC Trade Ministers Meeting, Reinforce Multilateral Trading Platform

From Muhammad Muzammil Abdullah

JEJU (South Korea), May 14 (Bernama) -- Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz is leading Malaysia’s delegation to Jeju, South Korea as trade ministers from the 21 member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are gathered for the 31st meeting.

MIDF Projects Resilient Domestic Demand With Stronger Retail Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd’s research arm, MIDF Research, is projecting sustained expansion in domestic spending following stronger retail sales recorded in March 2025.

WE2025 Aims To Generate RM100 Mln Trade, Investment Leads -- Qube

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 -- “WE2025: Future in Motion -- Women in Trade. Leadership. Investment.”, to be held from Nov 25-27, 2025, aims to generate RM100 million in potential trade and investment leads, according to Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd. 

Malaysia’s Services Sector Up 6 Pct Y-o-Y In 1Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s services sector grew by 6.0 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), reaching RM630 billion in revenue, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM).

LREIT Posts Strong Q3 Rental Reversions

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- Lendlease Global Commercial REIT (LREIT) reported a positive rental reversion of 10.4 per cent for its retail portfolio in the third quarter (Q3) ended March 31, 2025, with a healthy tenant retention rate of 87.9 per cent by net lettable area (NLA), despite a softer retail climate.

Flight Woes Due To Regional Conflicts Demand Malaysia’s Pivot Toward Digital, Trade Diversification -- Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s aviation industry will likely record lower revenues as it faces higher air travel costs, supply chain delays and reduced tourism activity owing to prolonged flight disruptions.

Economy Continues To Grow Despite Tariff Uncertainties - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Following is the transcript of Bernama’s email interview with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) and Statutory Reserve Requirement (SRR). 

BNM Maintains OPR At 3.0 Pct, Global Growth To Continue

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent.

SMEs In Singapore Show Strong Interest In JS-SEZ – Malaysian Envoy

SINGAPORE, May 6 (Bernama) -- There is strong interest among Singaporean small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), with many exploring relocation opportunities, according to Malaysia’s High Commissioner to Singapore, Datuk Dr Azfar Mohamad Mustafar.

Registration Opens For First MEASA-hosted ICOM Dubai 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The Organising Committee of ICOM Dubai 2025 has announced the opening of registration for the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), marking the first time the event will be hosted in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region.