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KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia turned higher at midday, lifted by the Department of Statistics Malaysia’s (DOSM) advance estimates showing that the economy is projected to grow by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026).
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is projected to grow by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026) based on advance estimates, reflecting an economy that remains fundamentally resilient, despite rising global uncertainties, particularly elevated oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar and other major currencies on Friday, supported by firm domestic sentiment, as markets await Malaysia’s advance estimate of first-quarter 2026 (1Q 2026) gross domestic product (GDP) at noon, which could further underpin the local currency.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded to close higher against the US dollar ahead of the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), due tomorrow.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s ability to negotiate with Iran to secure safe passage for its crude oil imports through the vital Strait of Hormuz is not indicative of a failure of the principles of international maritime law, but rather reflects the reality that rights under law often require diplomatic backing, said a logistics expert.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The proposed increase in the country’s biodiesel blend from B10 to B15, starting with B12, can reduce dependence on diesel and extend the lifespan of the nation’s fuel supply following the crisis in West Asia, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- LyondellBasell (LYB), a global leader in the chemical industry, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, Vision to Value: Maintaining Our Focus, detailing progress in safety, emissions reduction, and circular solutions despite a challenging macroeconomic backdrop.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its projection for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.7 per cent for 2026, representing an upward revision of 0.4 percentage points.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- TDM Bhd’s healthcare arm Kumpulan Medic Iman Sdn Bhd (KMI Healthcare) plans to operate a new specialist hospital block at KMI Tawau Medical Centre in Sabah with an estimated gross development cost of RM72 million.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Thailand have adopted fundamentally different approaches to fuel subsidies, reflecting distinct policy priorities and strategies for managing consumer usage, as both countries strive to balance economic stability with social welfare.
By Siti Noor Afera Abu
KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s short-term economic impact is expected to remain manageable, despite the impasse in United States (US)-Iran peace talks, said economists.
