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KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s third and current investment upcycle started in mid-2023, driven by a confluence of cyclical and structural factors, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 (Bernama) — Malaysia's economy is expected to expand by 4.5 per cent to 5.5 per cent in 2025, primarily driven by strong domestic demand and a robust investment landscape with exports expected to moderate amid heightened external uncertainties, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) said.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- Hotayi Electronic (M) Sdn Bhd has broken ground on its RM500 million phase three smart factory expansion in Batu Kawan, Penang, a move set to generate 1,000 new high-skilled jobs.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- RAM Rating Services Bhd (RAM Ratings) has maintained a stable outlook on the Malaysian banking sector in 2025 despite external pressure.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- EVE Energy Co Ltd’s (EVE Energy) Phase 2 expansion will create over 1,000 jobs, underscoring its commitment to Malaysia’s economic growth, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) said.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s budget deficit is forecast lower at 3.9 per cent for 2025, said BIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The MADANI Digital Trade (MDT) could be a game changer, enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to benefit from technologies such as big data and analytics, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The UK-based Synthomer, a leading specialty chemicals company, has invested more than RM1.4 billion in Johor over the past 20 years, advancing technology and supporting the glove industry’s supply chain along with other sectors.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has the opportunity to promote and strengthen local capabilities in technology development in line with the aspirations of the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030 if the United States (US) implements export restrictions on artificial intelligent (AI) chips.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Chemlite Innovation Bhd’s (Chemlite) initial public offering (IPO) on Bursa Malaysia marks a significant milestone in its strategic expansion, underscoring its commitment to innovation and bolstering Malaysia’s industrial ecosystem.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent at its meeting today.
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KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- The government consistently emphasises the importance of inclusivity by ensuring that the nation’s wealth is fairly distributed across all levels of society, said the Economy Ministry.