Govt Agrees To Raise Biodiesel Blend From B10 To B15 - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The government has agreed to increase the biodiesel blend rate from B10 to B15, beginning with B12, in order to further sustain the country’s diesel supply following the crisis in West Asia.

Govt Reviewing Carbon Tax Implementation Amid Geopolitical Pressures - Arthur

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The government is reviewing the implementation of Malaysia's carbon tax in light of the current geopilitiocal situation, including the war in West Asia, which is exerting cost pressures on industries, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability said.

Malaysia, Thailand Take Different Approaches To Fuel Subsidies Amid Oil Price Volatility

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Thailand have adopted fundamentally different approaches to fuel subsidies, reflecting distinct policy priorities and strategies for managing consumer usage, as both countries strive to balance economic stability with social welfare.

Palm Oil To See Lower Inventory In 2Q, Driven By Stronger Exports - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil inventory is expected to inch down in the second quarter (2Q) of the year, driven by stronger exports as buyers stock up amid uncertainty over the current ceasefire in West Asia.

Global Energy Crisis: Moderation, Public Prudence Key To National Resilience

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

PUTRAJAYA, April 13 (Bernama) -- Amid global economic uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions and volatile crude oil prices, the key question is no longer only how effectively governments can manage the crisis, but how far the public is prepared to help limit its impact.

Fuel Crisis Deepens, Unity Essential For Resilience

By M. Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 (Bernama) -- The gravity of a crisis is rarely understood until it intrudes and profoundly affects our daily lives.

CPO Prices To Remain Elevated On Biodiesel Mandate, Higher Oil Prices -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain elevated, supported by biodiesel mandates, higher oil prices, and weather-related supply risks, said CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Oil Supply: Govt Warns Corporates, Industries To Buy At Market Prices - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The government has issued a warning to corporates and industries that are supposed to purchase fuel directly from oil companies at market prices but are instead discreetly buying at pump prices.

Global Energy Crisis: Govt To Ensure Sufficient Supply Of Fuel, Basic Goods

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The government will focus on ensuring there is sufficient supply of fuel and basic goods to enable economic activities to continue, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

Contractors Urge VOP Revival, EOT As Costs Surge

IPOH, April 9 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to take immediate steps, including reinstating the Variation of Price (VOP) mechanism for construction materials, to help contractors grappling with rising costs driven by the global energy crisis.

MOF: Pump Fuel Prices Reflect Last Week’s Costs Despite Global Drop

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Finance (MOF) said Malaysia's pump fuel prices have not declined as they are determined based on the previous week’s average prices, not current levels, despite a drop in global crude oil prices.

CPO Futures Close Lower Despite Thailand’s Tighter Export Controls

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday, despite Thailand announcing tighter controls on CPO exports.