Jetro Supports Halal Market Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur office of the Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) is actively supporting Japanese companies in entering the growing halal market —Southeast Asia’s largest religious demographic and a rapidly expanding consumer segment.

13MP Diversifies Strategies To Keep Malaysia Resilient While Promoting Prudent Spending - Economists

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad & Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) has been crafted with the core objectives of the MADANI Economy framework at its foundation while maintaining the flexibility to navigate both domestic and external uncertainties over the next five years, said an economist.

BNM: Malaysia’s Official Reserve Assets At US$120.61 Bln As Of End-June 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s official reserve assets amounted to US$120.61 billion (US$1= RM4.23) as of end-June 2025, while other foreign currency assets stood at US$1.21 billion, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Trump Set To Announce Tariff Rate For Malaysia By Tomorrow - Anwar 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump will announce the new tariff rate to be imposed on Malaysia latest by tomorrow, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Bursa Opens Softer As Investors Eye 13MP, Fed Signals Pause

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower on Thursday as investors remained cautious ahead of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement later today, and after the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) signalled a prolonged pause in interest rate cuts.

Ringgit Opens Higher Ahead Of 13MP Announcement

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and a basket of major currencies on Thursday, ahead of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement this afternoon, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.

14th SSM National Conference Returns With Focus On Sustainability And Governance

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will host the 14th edition of the SSM National Conference (SSMNC) in 2025, continuing its commitment to advancing discussions on corporate governance and regulatory practices in Malaysia.

Scrapping High-Value Goods Tax Will Not Affect RM700 Mln Revenue Target – Economist

By Niam Seet Wei

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The government’s decision to halt the proposed high-value goods tax (HVGT), formerly known as the luxury goods tax, will not affect the RM700 million tax revenue expected from its implementation, said an economist.

13MP Will Reinforce National Efforts To Develop High-Value Economic Sectors - Alliance Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd is optimistic that the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), to be tabled on Thursday, will reinforce national efforts to develop high-value economic sectors and provide a conducive environment for the banking sector's expansion.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday On Cautious Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday on Wednesday, as investors stayed cautious while digesting key United States economic data amid mixed regional sentiment.

Vietnam’s Non-life Insurance Industry Holds Steady, Says AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best is maintaining its stable outlook on Vietnam’s non-life insurance segment, supported by structural economic advantages and strong demand across core insurance lines.

Semiconductor Sector To Benefit From Supply Chain Focus In 13MP – Economist

By Anas Abu Hassan & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is poised to benefit from the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), as the government seeks to strengthen the country’s role in the global supply chain.