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Insurance Industry In Limelight Due To Public Outcry Over Steep Medical Premium In 2024

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- A review of the insurance industry’s performance in 2024 will undoubtedly have to include the backlash faced by the insurance and takaful industry after it announced a steep hike in medical insurance premiums.

MSMEs Continue To Progress In 2024 Despite Digital Challenges

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have continued to progress this year despite facing challenges in adapting to market changes and regulatory shifts, particularly in their transition towards the digital-first economy.

Ringgit Expected To Trade Within Narrow Range Next Week Amid Holiday Calm

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within the narrow range of 4.50 to 4.52 against the US dollar next week, reflecting subdued volatility and cautious sentiment among traders during the Christmas holiday period.

Positive Fiscal Trends Could Elevate Malaysia’s Rating - Maybank IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's sovereign rating outlook for 2025 could see a positive shift, driven by promising fiscal developments, according to Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB).

Ringgit Remains Lower Against US Dollar In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit remained lower against the US dollar in early trade today as investors remained cautious about global market developments, an analyst said. 

Bursa Malaysia Higher In Early Trade, Tracking Wall St Rise

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia climbed higher in early trade on Monday, tracking the rally on Wall Street last Friday.

Malaysia's Investment Outlook Seen Promising Under Trump 2.0 Presidency

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) – Malaysia is seen leveraging its role as ASEAN Chair in 2025 to maintain its economic stability and position itself as a key regional player amid global economic uncertainties stemming from US President-elect Donald Trump’s policies.

Petronas Dagangan Share Price Surges On Strong 3q Net Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Petronas Dagangan Bhd's shares climbed nearly five per cent following a strong surge in net profit announced yesterday.

Taobao Malaysia Simplifies International Shopping, From App Navigation To Doorstep Delivery

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Taobao Malaysia is introducing a myriad of new service enhancements, making it easier than ever for Malaysians to shop across borders seamlessly. 

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship To Spur Digitalisation, Attract Foreign Investors -- TeamViewer

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s assumption of the ASEAN chairmanship next year will be a catalyst for the country’s adoption of advanced technologies, especially in digitalisation, and make it more appealing to foreign investors. 

Rubber Market Ends Higher Amid Crude Oil Recovery

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Wednesday, bolstered by recovering crude oil prices and the weakening of the ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

Budget 2025 Maintains Gradual Fiscal Consolidation Approach - Fitch Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Budget 2025 reaffirms a commitment towards gradual fiscal consolidation from a high debt level compared with peers, according to Fitch Ratings.