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.

Malaysia's Inflation Up 1.6 Pct In January 2026 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation increased 1.6 per cent in January 2026 with the index points rising to 135.7 from 133.6 in the same month last year, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysian Motorsport: Policy, Prestige And The Question Of Returns

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- For nearly two decades, Formula One (F1) symbolised Malaysia’s motorsport ambition, placing Sepang International Circuit (SIC) on the global calendar through a flagship event alongside MotoGP.

Automotive Sales Up 27 Pct To 64,298 Units In January 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s automotive sector total industry volume (TIV) increased 27 per cent to 64,298 units in January 2026 from 50,449 units in the same month last year, mainly contributed by the spill-over effect from new model launches towards the end of 2025.

BNM: Ringgit Up 3.9 Pct Against Greenback In 4Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rose 3.9 per cent against the greenback in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q 2025), driven by both external and domestic factors, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. 

LGM Targets Rehabilitation Of 4,137 Hectares Of Abandoned Plantations This Year, 2,750 Hectares In 2027 -- KPK

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Board (LGM) is targeting the rehabilitation of 4,137 hectares of abandoned plantations this year and 2,750 hectares in 2027, involving smallholder farms and private estates nationwide, said the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK).

Malaysia's Natural Rubber Production Up 37.3 Pct In December 2025 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production increased by 37.3 per cent in December 2025 to 28,684 tonnes against November’s 20,891 tonnes, chief statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said.

Kee Ming Eyes Growth In RE, Data Centre Projects In Coming Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- ACE Market-debutant Kee Ming Group Bhd aims to focus on several key sectors in the coming years, namely renewable energy (RE), interconnection facilities and high-voltage (HV), data centre development, and the design and build of industrial projects.

Ringgit Extends Gains, Boosted By Strong Economic Data

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rose by 0.25 per cent against the US dollar, strengthening for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, supported by encouraging domestic economic indicators.

Malaysia's Palm Oil Exports On Track To Reach Up To 16 Mln Tonnes In 2026 - Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil exports are projected to reach up to 16 million tonnes in 2026, according to an expert, driven by lower stock levels.

CelcomDigi Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM1.51 Bln In FY2025, Declares 3.6 Sen Final Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- CelcomDigi Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM1.51 billion in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025) from RM1.38 billion a year ago.

Ringgit Opens Flat Against Greenback Amid Caution Ahead Of US Labour Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly unchanged against the US dollar on Wednesday, as investors adopt a cautious stance ahead of key United States labour market data release.