Biodiesel B100 Has Potential To Be Strategic Alternative For Nation's Energy Supply

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties.

IMF Raises Malaysia’s Real GDP Growth Forecast To 4.7 Pct For 2026, 4.3 Pct In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its projection for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.7 per cent for 2026, representing an upward revision of 0.4 percentage points.

Energy Crisis: Sea And Land Transport Sectors Remain Relatively Stable - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s sea and land transport sectors remain relatively stable, particularly in cargo handling and public transport passenger movement, despite the ongoing global energy crisis.

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.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Weaker Oil Prices, Supply Concerns

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market continued its mixed performance on Tuesday, tracking the regional rubber futures amid declining crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Taiwan Smart Solutions Connect 2026 Set For May 12 In Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Taiwan Smart Solutions Connect 2026, organised by the Taiwan International Trade Administration (TITA) and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) in collaboration with the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM), will take place on May 12, 2026.

Agrobank AUM Programme Drives Micro-Entrepreneur Growth, Melaka Records Over RM5.5 Mln Sales

MELAKA, April 13 (Bernama) -- The Agrobank Upward Migration (AUM) programme continues to bolster the development of micro-entrepreneurs nationwide, with Melaka recording sales exceeding RM5.5 million, underscoring strong business growth driven by the bank’s ongoing guidance and support.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Tracing Regional Rubber Futures

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Monday tracing the regional rubber futures, a dealer said.

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.

GGR Motor Aims To Sell At Least 3,000 Electric Motorcycles Monthly

IPOH, April 12 (Bernama) -- GGR Motor Group aims to sell at least 3,000 units of electric motorcycles per month this year, in line with increased production capacity and the expansion of its distribution network.

Government Explores Alternatives For Medicine, Device Supply And Price Issues – Akmal Nasrullah

JOHOR BAHRU, April 11 (Bernama) -- The government will take intervention measures to address issues of supply and rising prices of medicines and medical devices, including exploring alternative sources of materials, following the global energy crisis.

Rubber Market To Trade Range-Bound Next Week Amid Supply Concerns

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to trade range-bound next week, tracking regional rubber futures amid ongoing supply concerns, said the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).