Late Bargain Hunting Lifts Bursa Malaysia To End Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Late bargain hunting in selected heavyweights, mainly financial counters, has lifted Bursa Malaysia to end marginally higher on Friday.

Malaysia's 2026 GDP Growth Seen At 4.5-4.7 Pct Driven By Domestic Demand, Export Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- Investment banks and research firms have revised or maintained their 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecasts to between 4.5 per cent and 4.7 per cent, driven by stronger domestic demand and export growth, as well as ongoing investment realisation.

Malaysia's 2025 Economic Growth Beats Estimates At 5.2 Pct - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy grew by 5.2 per cent in 2025 on account of strong domestic demand and favourable exports exceeding the forecast range of 4-4.8 per cent, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Melaka Targeting High-Tech Investments Through GTP Project

JASIN, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- The Melaka state government is targeting to attract more high-technology investments from Germany through the development of the German Technology Park (GTP) industrial area in Bemban.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday Amid Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its downward momentum at midday on continued selling pressure in selected heavyweight counters, led by industrial products and services, transportation and logistics, as well as financial services sectors.

JS-SEZ Offers Scalable Regional Model For Seamless Cross-border Logistics -- Economists

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) offers a scalable development model throughout the region, predicated on its seamless cross-border logistics and efficient flow of goods, according to Khazanah Research Institute chairman Nungsari Ahmad Radhi. 

Ringgit To Hold Firm In 3.93-3.96 Range Versus US Dollar Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to maintain its momentum and trade within a range of 3.93 to 3.96 against the US dollar next week, as investors shift their focus to key United States economic data for direction.

Petronas Activity Outlook (2026-2028) Neutral About Upstream Activities - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) said the recently released Petronas Activity Outlook (2026-2028) is largely neutral about the upstream services sector due to ageing vessels and rig supply in the local market.

MITI To Implement New Incentive Framework From March 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- The government will implement the New Incentive Framework (NIF) effective March 1, 2026, beginning with the manufacturing sector and followed by the services sector in the second quarter of 2026, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Govt Urged To Refine e-Invoice Threshold For Small Traders

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to refine and revise the threshold for the implementation of e-invoice currently set at between RM1 million and RM5 million, to avoid imposing excessive burdens on micro and small traders.

CIMB Treasury & Markets Research Revises GDP Forecast Upward To 4.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- CIMB Treasury and Markets Research has revised its 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast upward to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent previously, supported by continued growth momentum in the services and construction sectors but balanced by moderation in manufacturing. 

2025 GDP Growth Of 4.9 Pct Reflects Effectiveness Of MADANI Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth estimate of about 4.9 per cent, which exceeds the government’s official projection range of 4.0-4.8 per cent, underscores the effectiveness of economic reforms under the MADANI Government, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.