KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Crude oil prices are expected to retain a residual geopolitical risk premium of between US$5 and US$10 per barrel despite the virtual signing of the United States (US)-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU), said Rystad Energy.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- ASEAN+3’s fiscal position remained broadly resilient in the first quarter (1Q) of 2026, despite emerging expenditure pressures and tighter financing conditions following the escalation of the West Asia conflict, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) ASEAN+3 Quarterly Fiscal Bulletin.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysian banks’ first quarter 2026 (1Q 2026) financial performance softened slightly, weighed down by higher provisions even as loan growth gathered pace, said RAM Rating Services Bhd.
PUTRAJAYA, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Economy Ministry expects Malaysia's inflation rate to remain under control at between 1.5 and 2.5 per cent throughout this year despite pressure from the energy supply crisis and global geopolitical uncertainties.
PUTRAJAYA, June 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains in a relatively strong position with sufficient supplies of fuel, food and essential medicines, thanks to early intervention and coordinated crisis management efforts, says Prime Minister's Economic Adviser Nurhisham Hussein.
SHAH ALAM, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Government's focus on developing the northern corridor, which includes Hulu Selangor and Kuala Selangor, has the potential to transform the area into a new economic hub for the state.
By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil
JAKARTA, June 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia's decision to raise the BI-Rate and increase non-subsidised fuel prices within days highlights the government's effort to support the rupiah and ease fiscal pressures, although the measures are expected to add pressure on households and businesses, analysts say.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has revised Malaysia’s 2026 Industrial Production Index (IPI) growth forecast upward to 4.9 per cent from 4.1 per cent.
By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- GWM Malaysia is targeting double-digit growth by the end of 2026, building on its strong performance last year, when sales surged 177 per cent to nearly 5,900 units from 2,128 units in 2024.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkmenistan are expected to sign a long-term hydrocarbons cooperation agreement on June 19 as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s energy supply chain, said Deputy Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) — The Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC) should serve as the lead agency for Malaysia’s oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) sector in building company capabilities, expanding market access, and converting international opportunities into effective business outcomes.
KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The government’s initiative to roll out B15 biodiesel blends makes strategic sense as a cheaper feedstock can dampen domestic inflation and reduce fiscal costs, said CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
