Malaysia In Position Of Strength Amid West Asia Conflict – BNM

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.

Ringgit On Modest Rebound Against Greenback At Opening

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.

Malaysian Consumer Sector Seen Resilient On Stable Spending, Fiscal Support – RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian consumer products sector shall continue to provide earnings resilience and visibility, underpinned by stable domestic consumption and ongoing fiscal support, according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Mid-Morning, Weighed Down By Banking, Property Counters

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at mid-morning, weighed down by selling pressure in selected heavyweight stocks, particularly banking and property counters, while gains in plantation and energy stocks helped limit the downside.

Diesel Price Gap Reflects Structural Realities, Supports National Policy Framework - CILTM Sabah

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, March 28 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia Sabah Section (CILTM Sabah) has expressed its support for the federal government’s approach to addressing the diesel price differential between Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia, emphasising that the pricing structure reflects underlying structural and logistical realities rather than preferential treatment.

Special Act On BNPL Can Protect Consumers Especially Youths From Debt Burden

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The enactment of a special act relating to the 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL) scheme is important to protect consumers, especially the younger generation, from high debt burdens.

Malaysia’s EV Adoption May Accelerate On Firmer Crude Oil Prices -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) could accelerate due to elevated crude oil prices, particularly among buyers in the premium internal combustion engine segment, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

MEF Supports Govt’s Fuel Rationalisation, Urges Conservation In Usage

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) --  The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) emphasises that all segments of society must play a proactive and responsible role in conserving fuel and ensuring sustainable energy usage amid ongoing uncertainties in West Asia.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher As Govt Fuel Subsidy Measures Boost Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Friday, outpacing regional peers as market sentiment improved following the government’s adjusted fuel subsidy measures, supporting fiscal stability and household affordability amid ongoing West Asia uncertainties.

Ringgit Opens Higher On Pragmatic Fuel Subsidy Approach

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher for the fourth consecutive day as the Malaysian government adopts a pragmatic approach to fuel subsidies by balancing between fiscal discipline and cost-of-living concerns amid West Asia tensions.

RON95 Quota Adjustment Seen As Temporary Remedy Amid Spike In Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The government’s move to adjust the monthly quota for subsidised BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) petrol to 200 litres from 300 litres is a much-needed temporary measure to reduce subsidy spending amid the spike in oil prices brought on by the conflict in West Asia, said an economist.

Carta Expands Asia Network With New Hong Kong Hub

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Carta, the world’s first fully interconnected system for private capital, has announced the opening of its Hong Kong office.