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BNM: Malaysia’s Official Reserve Assets At US$120.61 Bln As Of End-June 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s official reserve assets amounted to US$120.61 billion (US$1= RM4.23) as of end-June 2025, while other foreign currency assets stood at US$1.21 billion, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Ringgit Ends Slightly Lower Against US Dollar Ahead Of Fed Rate Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit reversed its morning gains to close slightly lower against the US dollar today, as traders turned cautious ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate decision, amid uncertainty over a potential cut.

Rubber Market Ends Lower Amid Mixed Regional Futures

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market ended lower today amid a mixed trend in regional rubber futures. 

Bursa Opens Lower, Profit-taking Ahead Of Fed Rate Cut Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Wednesday, tracking losses from overnight Wall Street performance as profit-taking emerged ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate cut decision later today.

Ringgit Opens Little Changed Against US Dollar Ahead Of FOMC Decision 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit was little changed against the US dollar on Wednesday morning as traders adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, which will be unfolding tonight, said an analyst. 

Malaysia's Real GDP Growth Forecast Raised To 4.5 Pct In 2025, 4.0 Pct In 2026 -- IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent in 2025 and 4.0 per cent in 2026. 

IMF Upgrades Global Growth Forecast In Latest Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Global economic growth is projected to reach 3.0 per cent in 2025 and 3.1 per cent in 2026, above the reference forecast in the April 2025 World Economic Outlook (WEO), according to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) July 2025 WEO update, released today.

Malaysia’s Financial Fundamentals Draw IMF Praise

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s financial strength and market flexibility support resilience against external shocks and capital outflows, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Govt Succeeds In Reducing New Debt - Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, July 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government has succeeded in reducing the annual debt to RM77 billion in 2024 from RM99 billion in 2022.

Bank Negara's International Reserves Rise To US$120.6 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rose to US$120.6 billion (US$1=RM4.20) as of June 30, 2025, up from US$119.9 billion recorded on June 13, 2025.

BRICS Reaffirms Commitment To Fair Trade, IMF Reform, And Financial Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) — The BRICS grouping has sent a strong message in defence of a rules-based multilateral trading system, rejecting unilateral, punitive and discriminatory protectionist measures imposed that are not in line with international laws, under the pretext of environmental concerns.

PM Anwar Calls On BRICS To Boost Intra-Trade, Champion Fair And Just Global Order

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) —  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an increase in intra-BRICS trade and for the grouping to emerge as a strong and principled force, grounded in equity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to shaping a more balanced and just international order.