Majority ASEAN Members Should Adopt Common Central Time Zone -- Abdul Wahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The majority of ASEAN member countries should adopt a common time zone of GMT+8 as this would further integrate ASEAN as a compelling economic bloc, Bursa Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar said.

Domestic Demand, Tech Recovery, Strategic Investments To Drive Malaysia's Growth In 2025 - AMRO Economist

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is projected to sustain robust economic growth in 2025 despite facing external challenges, driven by resilient domestic demand, surging foreign investments, and recovery in global technology demand.

Ringgit Rises Against US Dollar After Trump’s Inauguration Speech 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against a weakening US dollar as US President Donald Trump, in his inauguration speech avoided announcing new tariffs, particularly on China.  

Malaysia's External Trade To Expand In 2025, Exports Up 4.9 Pct, Imports To Rise 4.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's exports and imports are set to continue growing in 2025, with external trade expected to expand further.

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of Trump's Inauguration

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar ahead of US President Donald Trump’s inauguration today, said an economist.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Despite Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Monday, despite Wall Street’s stronger performance ahead of US President Donald Trump’s inauguration.

Ringgit Edges Up Ahead Of Trump’s Inauguration

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged higher against the US dollar this morning, buoyed by cautious sentiment ahead of US President Donald Trump’s inauguration, an analyst said.  

Potential Advancements In Stalled Malaysia-EU Trade Deal With PM’s Visit To Belgium - Envoy

By D.Arul Rajoo

BRUSSELS, Jan 19 (Bernama) – A positive development on the decision to restart negotiations on the stalled Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA) is expected during Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s two-day visit to Belgium.

Malaysia The Gateway Into Southeast Asian Market - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is the perfect gateway into Southeast Asia, especially with the participation of the United Kingdom (UK) in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) of which Malaysia is also a member.

Increase In Investment, Trade With UK Amid CPTPP - Tengku Zafrul

From D.Arul Rajoo

LONDON, Jan 18 (Bernama) – Malaysia can expect an increase in investment and trade with the United Kingdom (UK) as both countries will have a free trade agreement for the first time through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

Ringgit Likely To Trade At Around 4.50 Against US Dollar Next Week

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade at around 4.50 against the US dollar next week as markets brace for Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan 20, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Malaysia, UK Must Proactively Capitalise On CPTPP Benefits – PM Anwar

From D.Arul Rajoo

LONDON, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) sets the stage for greater growth in trade, investment, and the exchange of knowledge and know-how between Malaysia and the United Kingdom (UK), but hard work lies ahead.