Ringgit Likely To Trade Within Narrow Range Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to trade within a narrow range against the US dollar next week as external drivers remain dominant.

Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty Drives Shift From Efficiency To Resilience - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Countries are moving away from efficiency-driven economic models towards resilience, as rising geopolitical uncertainty reshapes the global economic landscape, including trade and investment strategies.

Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar On Strong 1Q GDP Estimate

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Friday, supported by positive sentiment following the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Week Higher On Strong GDP Outlook

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed the week higher, extending its upward momentum, buoyed by positive sentiment following the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates, reinforcing the narrative of resilient domestic demand.

Empire Premium Food Aims For 3-5 Pct Yearly Same Store Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Food and beverage company Empire Premium Food Bhd aims to achieve three to five per cent increase of same store growth (SSG) every year, with the benchmark set as a key performance indicator (KPI) for outlet managers.

Bursa Malaysia Turns Higher At Midday On Robust 1Q GDP Advance Estimates

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia turned higher at midday, lifted by the Department of Statistics Malaysia’s (DOSM) advance estimates showing that the economy is projected to grow by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026).

Oil Price Surge, Tax Incentives To Accelerate Malaysia's EV Transition -- Expert

PETALING JAYA, April 17 (Bernama) -- Rising oil prices linked to the West Asia crisis, coupled with the exemption tax implementation on electric vehicles (EVs) by the government are expected to prompt more people to transition to EVs, an expert said.

Malaysia's 1Q GDP To Grow By 5.3 Pct, Reflecting Resilience Amid Elevated Oil Prices, Global Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is projected to grow by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026) based on advance estimates, reflecting an economy that remains fundamentally resilient, despite rising global uncertainties, particularly elevated oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

O&G Sector Remains Resilient Although IEA Slashes 2026 Oil Demand Outlook - MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The oil and gas sector remained positive, although the International Energy Agency (IEA) has sharply revised its 2026 oil demand outlook from growth of 730,000 barrels per day (bpd) to a contraction of 80,000 bpd, reflecting what it described as the largest supply disruption in history.

Ringgit Rebounds vs US Dollar Ahead Of 1Q GDP Estimate Tomorrow

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded to close higher against the US dollar ahead of the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), due tomorrow.

Bursa Malaysia Rebounds On Hopes Of Easing US-Iran Tensions

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rebounded from early losses to close higher on Thursday supported by a more stable global backdrop amid rising hopes of an easing in United States-Iran tensions following renewed talks.

Malaysia’s Halal Exports Hit RM68.52 Bln In 2025, Up 10.9 Pct Y-O-Y -- HDC

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s halal exports recorded RM68.52 billion in 2025, marking a 10.9 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) increase, showing sustained global demand and the industry’s resilience amid evolving geopolitical challenges, said the Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC).