Malaysia's Economy Grows 4.4 Pct In 2Q 2025, Driven By Robust Domestic Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy expanded by 4.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q 2025), equivalent to 4.4 per cent growth in the first half of 2025, driven by robust domestic demand as household spending was higher.

LNG Imports From US Will Not Exceed Nation's Needs - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Petronas’ decision to import additional liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States (US) is subject to its capabilities and the country's needs, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today.

Ringgit Rises For Third Day On Softer US Dollar Following Lower-Than-Expected CPI Data

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar for the third straight day, as the greenback’s safe-haven status weakened following lower-than-expected US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for July, which fuelled expectations of a September interest rate cut.

Ringgit Rises As Softer US Inflation Boosts Rate Cut Expectations

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its uptrend against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by a 0.43 per cent drop in the US Dollar Index (DXY) to 98.097 after the headline US inflation rate came in lower than expected.

ASEAN AI Safety Network Targets For Adoption By Leaders At ASEAN Summit In October 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- A declaration on the establishment of the ASEAN AI Safety Network (ASEAN AI Safe) is targeted for adoption by leaders at the 47th ASEAN Summit, said ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

GN Launches World’s Smallest Rechargeable Super Power Hearing Aid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- GN has introduced the ReSound Enzo IA, described as the world’s smallest rechargeable Super Power hearing aid, offering significant improvements in sound quality for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss.

Investment Commitments Do Not Involve Public Funds, Will Not Increase Fiscal Burden - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has reiterated that all purchase and investment commitments offered by Malaysia in the tariff negotiations with the United States (US) are commercial dealings by private companies and government-linked companies (GLCs), without involving any public funds or increasing the country's fiscal burden or debt.

Government Mulls Raising Tobacco Tax — Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The government is considering a proposal to raise the tobacco tax rate, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said on Thursday.

Hibiscus Petroleum Sets 2030 Output Target At 70,000 Boe/day

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd is targeting production of 70,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/day) and 2P reserves of 150 million barrels of oil equivalent (MMboe) by 2030.

Malaysia Does Not Sacrifice National Interests For Special Treatment - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia does not sacrifice national interests to obtain special treatment; instead, bilateral negotiations with the United States recently maintained the country's unique policies.

US Tariff Cut Signals Openness, 13MP Key Economic Buffer For Malaysia - Economists

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The United States' (US) decision to reduce tariff on Malaysian exports to 19 pr cent from 25 per cent signals a willingness to negotiate, but the revised tariff is still expected to have significant economic repercussions for Malaysia in the short- and long-term, said an economist. 

Malaysia’s GDP Projected To Grow 4.5–5.5 Pct From 2026 To 2030, Driven By Domestic Demand

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The country's gross domestic product (GDP) growth is targeted at between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent per annum during the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) period from 2026 and 2030, driven primarily by domestic demand, particularly private consumption and investment.