KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 (Bernama) – The economic impact on Malaysia from the latest conflict in the Middle East could remain contained if tensions do not prolong, although near-term market volatility cannot be ruled out, economists said.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- Early and coordinated policy intervention will be critical in determining whether the escalating United States-Iran conflict remains a temporary external shock or evolves into a more persistent economic challenge for Malaysia, an economist said.
By Nur Fadhliana Shaari
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- The government will examine the impact on the country’s economy following attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasruallah Mohd Nasir.
By Hasnah Jusid
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Johor’s target of achieving a gross domestic product (GDP) of RM260 billion by 2030 has been described as realistic, with the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) expected to be one of the main drivers of the state’s economic growth.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must not be fixated on the ringgit’s specific exchange rate level but rather on the currency’s long-term strength, as it reflects the overall health of the nation’s economy.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit’s roughly 10 per cent appreciation against the US dollar in 2025 has lowered the cost of imported technology and equipment, making it an opportune time to adopt new software and machinery, said ber
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The federal and state governments, industry players and local authorities need to consider awarding more contracts related to artificial intelligence (AI) technology to local companies, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to accelerate the implementation and adaptation of AI technology in the economy.
By Zufazlin Baharuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit held steady against a strong US dollar, closing little changed from yesterday’s level, driven by positive economic resilience as reflected in the Leading Index (LI) data.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Wednesday, supported by a softer greenback following weaker US economic data and improved global risk appetite.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Sarawak is strengthening its global engagement at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026 to position the state as a forward-looking, investment-ready economy.
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Tycoons, an initiative of the AIM Global Foundation, will convene for the first time in Dubai on April 12 as part of AIM Congress 2026, bringing together an invitation-only group of around 500 local and international decision-makers.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- Many Malaysians may be tightening their belts, but when it comes to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, cutting back is often not an option, as households continue to prioritise festive spending despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
