Malaysia Can Withstand Global Uncertainties Amid Strong Economic Fundamentals -- Economist

BANGI, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals have enabled the country to face and weather global uncertainties, including protracted conflicts in West Asia, said Ambank Group chief economist Firdaos Rosli.

Malaysia’s Energy Supply Secure At Least Until June Amid Global Energy Crisis - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s energy supply is expected to remain sufficient at least until June this year, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session lower as markets continued to reprice the protracted West Asia conflict. 

PM Anwar: Strategic Shift In Energy Strategy Imperative Amid Global Disruptions

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) —Malaysia must expedite its transition towards a more sustainable, diversified and cost-effective long-term energy strategy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Escalating West Asia Conflict Wake-up Call To Strengthen Malaysia’s Energy Sovereignty -- Academic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Rising petroleum import prices and disruptions to global logistics caused by the Middle East conflict, which threaten inflation rates and the country’s long-term fiscal stability, serve as a warning for Malaysia to strengthen energy sovereignty by diversifying local energy sources.

Govt Views Impact Of Global Energy Crisis On SMEs, Health Industry Seriously -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The government is taking the impact of the global energy crisis on various industry players, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the healthcare sector, seriously, said Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

West Asia Volatility Reinforces Need To Keep Internet Traffic Local, Says MyIX

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The volatility in West Asia has reinforced the need for Malaysia to keep internet traffic local amid growing concerns over the resilience of international connectivity and the risks of external disruptions to critical digital infrastructure, said the Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) chairman, Chiew Kok Hin.

90 Pct Of Industry Players Expect Supply Chain Disruptions Within Two Weeks — FMM

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- A Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) survey found that 90 per cent of over 200 respondents expect supply chain disruptions within the next two weeks due to the West Asia conflict.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower, CI Retreats 0.86 Pct On West Asia Tensions

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Monday, with the benchmark index retreating by 0.86 per cent as concerns over escalating tensions in West Asia intensified.

At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 14.67 points to 1,680.83 from Friday’s close of 1,695.50.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Midday Amid Cautious Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished the morning session lower as continued volatility in global conditions was seen in the near term after US President Donald Trump gave Iran a 48-hour deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower, West Asia Tensions Weigh On Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Monday, as sentiment was pressured by escalating tensions in West Asia and persistent geopolitical uncertainty.

Rubber Market To Trade Higher Next Week Amid Concern On Supply Disruption

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trend higher next week boosted by higher demand for the commodity amid supply disruption due to the West Asia crisis, an expert said.