Malaysia’s Manufacturing PMI Returns To Growth At 50.7 In March, Highest In Nearly Four Years

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 50.7 in March 2026, the highest reading in nearly four years, from 49.3 in February 2026.

FMM Seeks Govt Support Amidst West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama)-- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM) is seeking the government's intervention to mitigate the impact of the West Asia conflict on Malaysia's manufacturing sector.

MPOB Launches Used Cooking Oil Price Portal To Boost Circular Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) — The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is encouraging industry players and the public to participate actively in the trading of used cooking oil (UCO) as part of efforts to support the nation’s circular economy.

Price Adjustments Curb Spikes, Ensure Supply Continuity - BHPetrol

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- The adjustment of fuel prices under the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) is a critical tool to manage volatility in global oil markets and ensure a stable, continuous fuel supply in Malaysia, BHPetrol said.

Rubber Market To Trade Cautiously Next Week Amid West Asia Conflict Uncertainties

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade cautiously next week, as the market monitors uncertainties around the ongoing West Asia conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, said industry expert Denis Low.

Oil Price Increase Also Poses Challenges To Oil-Producing Countries -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The rise in global oil prices not only puts pressure on oil-importing countries but also impacts oil-producing countries such as Malaysia, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Guangdong Eyes Deeper Economic Cooperation With Southeast Asia, Malaysia

From Nurhafizah Tan

BEIJING, March 7 (Bernama)  -- China’s Guangdong province is looking to deepen economic cooperation with Southeast Asian countries, including Malaysia, through closer industrial integration, expanded market channels and increased two-way investments.

Mary Kay Secures Gold Standard For Cosmetic GMPs

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- Mary Kay Inc, a global direct sales leader in beauty and skincare innovation, has achieved ISO 22716 certification, the internationally recognised gold standard for cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Middle East Tensions Rattle Markets; Malaysia’s Strong Fundamentals Offer Buffer, Says Economist

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Middle East conflict, particularly disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered heightened volatility in global markets, with investors shifting towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over energy supply security.

Polyplastics Develops Recycled PLASTRON LFT Grades

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Polyplastics Co Ltd has developed two new PLASTRON long-fibre thermoplastic (LFT) grades made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polypropylene (PP), delivering mechanical performance equivalent to virgin material products.

1.6 Pct Increase In Malaysia’s January CPI Deemed Manageable -- Economist

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The 1.6 per cent increase in Malaysia’s consumer price index (CPI) for January 2026 is considered manageable, as the components that saw significant rises account for only a small share of the index, said an economist.

RM2.3 Bln SAF Facility In Johor Boosts Malaysia’s Role In Low-carbon Aviation Supply Chain

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has strengthened its position in the global low-carbon aviation fuel supply chain with the commissioning of a US$500 million (US$1=RM3.89) sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Tanjung Langsat, Johor.