Malaysia’s Export Outlook Points To Moderate Growth Amid Global Trade Shifts

PETALING JAYA, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s export outlook is characterised by moderate growth this year as the global economy adjusts to shifting trade patterns and new tariff structures. 

Strong Demand For Malaysia Airlines’ Chengdu Flights

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airlines has resumed its flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chengdu, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Greater China market and strengthening connectivity between Malaysia and Western China, and supporting Malaysia’s inbound tourism ambitions under Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026).

Maybank IB Positive On REITS, Earnings Growth Forecast At 9 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) has maintained a positive stance on the Malaysia real estate investment trust (REIT) sector into 2026, supported by resilient fundamentals, a stable rate environment and tourism-led demand recovery.

Brahim’s To Expand PIA Kitchen This Year, Eyes Rising Tourist Arrivals

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Brahim’s Dewina Group of Companies (Brahim’s) plans to expand its in-flight catering kitchen at Penang International Airport (PIA) this year to meet rising demand from Visit Malaysia 2026. 

Consumer Sector To Benefit From SSPA Pay Rises, SARA 2.0 Support – HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s consumer sector is poised to gain from higher disposable income following phase 2 of the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) salary adjustments and the ongoing implementation of Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA), Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) said.

Well-Located Assets To Drive Klang Valley Property Market In 2026 -- CBRE WTW

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Klang Valley property market performance for this year will be mainly driven by well-located, high-quality assets that meet changing work, shopping and travel needs, according to CBRE WTW Valuation and Advisory Sdn Bhd.

REHDA Institute CEO Series 2026 To Focus On Policy Signals Shaping Malaysia's Business Environment

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The REHDA Institute CEO Series 2026, scheduled for Jan 15, 2026, at Le Méridien Petaling Jaya, will focus on economic conditions and policy signals shaping Malaysia’s business and investment environment in the year ahead.

Banking Sector Poised For Steady 2026 On Credit Growth, NIM Expansion -- AmInvestment Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- The banking sector is expected to appear steadfast in 2026 driven by sustained credit growth; net interest margin expansion; resilient non-interest income (NOII); and stable national clearing code (NCC), according to AmInvestment Bank Bhd. 

13MP, VM2026, Stronger Ringgit To Support Market In 1Q 2026 -- Malacca Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Domestic catalysts, particularly the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and a strengthening ringgit environment, are expected to drive the market performance in the first quarter (1Q) of 2026.

Lack Of Large-cap Firms Makes Bursa Malaysia Less Attractive To Foreign Investors -- PNB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The lack of large-capitalisation (large-cap) companies with sufficient liquidity is one of the major challenges making Bursa Malaysia less attractive to foreign investors compared with its regional peers, said Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB).

Batik Air Launches New Subang Routes To Singapore, Jakarta, Johor Bahru & Langkawi

SUBANG, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- Batik Air has launched four new routes from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang, offering direct flights to Singapore, Jakarta, Johor Bahru, and Langkawi.

Batik Air Adds Direct Flights From Penang To Singapore, Medan

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Batik Air today expanded its network from Penang International Airport (PEN) with the launch of new routes to Singapore (SIN) and Kualanamu, Medan (KNO), reinforcing Penang’s role as a northern gateway and strengthening regional connectivity.