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KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- While the domestic economy was on solid footing in 2025, global developments posed greater downside risks to Malaysia’s growth outlook, prompting Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to make the pre-emptive decision to reduce the overnight policy rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent in July last year.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals and ongoing domestic structural reforms are expected to provide support to domestic market sentiment amid the highly uncertain global environment.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is in a position of strength as it faces oil price shocks following the West Asia conflict, supported by robust domestic demand, moderate inflation, a sound financial sector and a resilient external position.
By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Siti Noor Afera Abu
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) estimates Malaysia’s economy to grow between four per cent and five per cent this year compared with 5.2 per cent registered in 2025, with the country’s domestic resilience and diversified export structure continuing to provide buffer to navigate the current external headwinds mainly from conflict in West Asia.
By Zufazlin Baharuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, with a modest rebound although gains remain limited, said an analyst.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) continues to closely monitor the nation’s fuel supply to help safeguard nationwide stability, amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.
By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, driven by renewed bullish sentiment on Indonesia’s preparation to roll out its B50 biodiesel programme soon, a trader said.
By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, supported by gains in crude oil prices and a weaker ringgit against the US dollar.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, in line with most regional markets, as investors adjusted their risk exposure amid spiralling oil prices driven by the ongoing West Asia conflict, now in its second month.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Holafly eSIM & Travel Report revealed that 42 per cent of travellers actively take steps to travel more responsibly, highlighting a growing awareness of environmental impact among global explorers.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Capital A chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said AirAsia fares may see a modest increase while remaining affordable, following the conflict in West Asia.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains well-positioned to withstand rising fiscal pressures as the price of Brent crude holds above US$100 per barrel, with stronger petroleum-related revenues expected to cushion the impact of a higher RON95 subsidy bill, said analysts.
