Economists Lower Malaysia's GDP Growth Forecast To 4.5 Pct, Remain Confident In Economy's Resilience

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Economists revised downwards Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent due to the debilitating tariffs implemented by the United States (US), but remained confident in the economy’s resilience.

US Agrees To Further Talks On Tariff Imposed On Imports From Malaysia -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) government has agreed to further talks with Malaysia on the surprise US reciprocal tariff imposed on imports from the country, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Special Parliament Session To Address US Tariffs On May 5

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- All eyes will be on the Dewan Rakyat on Monday as Members of Parliament convene for a special sitting to deliberate on the United States’ (US) surprise imposition of retaliatory tariffs on Malaysian exports – a move that has sparked concern across government and industry.

Bilateral Trade Deal Among Topics Discussed With USTR

KUALA LUMPUR, April 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has expressed its openness to negotiate with the United States (US) on four key areas, namely reducing the trade deficit; addressing non-tariff barriers; strengthening technological safeguards and security; and exploring a potential bilateral trade agreement.

Malaysia’s 2025 GDP May Be Revised Downward Due To Tariffs, Says BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s GDP growth forecast for 2025, currently projected at between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent, may need to be revised downward due to the impact of tariffs, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Bursa Malaysia Extends Uptrend Amid Improving Market Sentiment

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended yesterday’s uptrend to close on a firmer footing today, staying above the 1,500 mark, supported by improving market sentiment amid easing US-China trade tensions, despite mixed performances across regional markets.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday On Buying Activities Led By Financial Services

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed higher at midday on persistent buying activities led by the financial services and the industrial products and services sectors amid optimism over easing United States (US)-China trade tensions and a more consistent tone from US President Donald Trump.

Tariffs: MITI Committed To Finding Best Solution For Malaysia -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is committed to seeking the best solution regarding retaliatory tariffs for mutual benefit, said its Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, who is currently in Washington, United States of America (US).

Bursa Malaysia To Remain In Consolidation Mode Next Week On US Trade Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to remain in a consolidation phase next week until greater clarity on the US trade policy emerges.

Late Buying In Banks Helps Bursa Malaysia To End With Modest Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pared most of its losses to close marginally lower today, supported by late buying in banks after heavy selling in CelcomDigi earlier, amid continued weak market sentiment due to the US trade policies.

Glove Counters Jump In Early Session On Higher Us Tariffs On Chinese Imports

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Glove counters rose in early Tuesday trading following a recent announcement by the US Trade Representative (USTR) on substantial tariff increases imposed on Chinese imports, including a phased tariff structure for medical face masks and surgical gloves.