HR Minister Unlocks RM2 Bln Levy Fund For Graduate Hiring As Merdeka Gift For Employers

PETALING JAYA, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong has announced that employers can utilise up to RM2 billion from the human resources development (HRD) levy fund to hire Malaysian graduates beginning Sept 1, 2025.

WCE Net Loss Lower At RM25.33 Mln In 1Q FY2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- WCE Holdings Bhd’s net loss was slightly lower at RM25.33 million in the first quarter ended June 30, 2025 (1Q FY2026), compared to a net loss of RM25.86 million in the same period a year ago. 

Malaysia Concludes FTA Talks With S. Korea, Signing Expected In October – Tengku Zafrul

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has concluded negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with South Korea and is expected to sign the agreement in October, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.

Negeri Sembilan To Develop Malaysia’s First AI-powered Halal Hub

SEREMBAN, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Negeri Sembilan is set to become the first state in Malaysia to establish a halal hub powered by artificial intelligence (AI), said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

MITI Hopes For Greater Support For Industry-based SMEs In Budget 2026 -- Tengku Zafrul

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is hopeful that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will be appropriately supported to better prepare them for export and enter new markets, as part of its Budget 2026 wishlist.

Research Firms Raise Malaysia's 2025 GDP Growth Forecast To 4.2-4.3 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Research firms have raised Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 4.2 per cent and 4.3 per cent following its expansion by 4.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025). 

SIC Eyes Long-Term Expansion After Return To Profitability - CEO

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 (Bernama) – After weathering the financial strain due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is charting a new growth trajectory, anchored by land monetisation, strategic investments and expanded commercial offerings.

RHB IB Keeps Malaysia’s 2025 GDP Growth Forecast At 4.2 Pct, With Upside To 4.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has maintained its forecast for Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth at 4.2 per cent, with an upside potential of up to 4.4 per cent.

Malaysia's Current Account Balance To Remain In Surplus This Year - BNM Governor 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's current account balance is expected to remain in surplus of between 1.5 per cent and 2.5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025, said Bank Negara Malaysia governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour today. 

TNB, CIMB, Visa, JuiceUP Roll Out Contactless EV Charging Nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem took another step forward today with the introduction of a simplified contactless payment system at selected EV charging stations nationwide.

Malaysia Can Be 'Beneficiary Window' Linking ASEAN To South Asia Through Bangladesh – Yunus

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) — Malaysia can be the “beneficiary window” in greater economic connectivity between ASEAN and the populous South Asia region, with Bangladesh’s central position as a strategic trade, production and investment hub offering immense business opportunities.

Malaysia Urged To Boost Local Gold Refining To Curb Forex Outflow – Prominent Gold Retailer

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must enhance its local gold refining capabilities to minimise the outflow of foreign exchange (forex) currently incurred by sending the precious metal to overseas facilities.