MAPIM Calls For Cross-political Support To Revitalise, Propel Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (MAPIM) has called on all parties, regardless of political ideology, to support the MADANI Government’s efforts to revitalise and strengthen the national economy in the current situation where the ringgit continues to strengthen.

Lower Inflation Helps Ringgit Extend Gain Against US Dollar At Close

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar on Monday as a lower domestic inflation rate helped to extend its recent gains, an analyst said. 

Bursa Malaysia: Invest Malaysia To Attract Over 500 Delegates, AUM Over RM56.7 Trillion

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Invest Malaysia 2024 is expected to attract over 500 delegates, including foreign fixed income, equity, and private equity investors, with a combined asset under management (AUM) of over RM56.7 trillion.

Malaysia's Fiscal Deficit Target Of 3 Pct By 2026 Challenging But Achievable - MARC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’a fiscal deficit target of three per cent by 2026 “remains challenging but achievable,” according to Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC).

Ringgit Kicks Off The Week In Steady Mode, Bullish Outlook Remains

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened almost flat on Monday and is expected to retain its bullish trend as the United States (US) Federal Reserve’s (Fed) rate cut last week signalled a soft landing for the US economic growth.

Malaysia Urges ASEAN To Embrace A Shared Vision For Economic Growth - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia seeks for ASEAN to adopt a shared vision focused on the economy, trade, investments and collaboration among neighbouring nations to ensure the region remains vibrant.

Malaysia, Like Other Asean Countries, Will Continue to be Neutral and Attract Investments to Region

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) --  Malaysia, like other ASEAN countries, will continue to strengthen its neutral stance so that more investment and trade will flow to the ten member countries of the bloc, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.

Taobao's Beta English Interface Major Commitment To e-Commerce Market In Malaysia

By Puti Iylia Maisarah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- Taobao has made a major commitment to the Malaysian e-commerce market by launching a beta English interface aimed at improving accessibility and convenience for consumers, focused on localising its features.

Sulaiman Mahbob: Steering MIDA Through Economic Crossroads

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- As Tan Sri Sulaiman Mahbob concludes his tenure as chairman of the Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) on Sept 2, 2024, his leadership has left an indelible mark on Malaysia’s investment landscape.

Robust 1H 2024 Domestic Investments Show Country Not Dependent On Foreign Investments -- MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s RM160 billion approved investments in the first half of 2024 (1H 2024), comprising RM85.4 billion in domestic investments (DI) and RM74.6 billion in foreign investments (FI), showed that the country is not overly dependent on FI to stimulate its economy.

MIDA Partners MIER To Strengthen Malaysia’s Investment Climate

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) have established a strategic partnership focused on enhancing Malaysia’s economic and investment climate through data-driven research, analysis, and collaboration.

Ringgit Maintains Uptrend Against US Dollar In Anticipation Of Fed Rate Cut

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit has been on a uptrend against the US dollar today, moving to its highest close since Feb 2, 2023 at the close of trading today.