Malaysia’s Economy Grows 5.1 Pct in 2024, In Line With Govt's Target

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy grew by 5.1 per cent in 2024, up from 3.6 per cent in 2023, aligning with the government’s target of 4.8 per cent to 5.3 per cent year-on-year.

Sunway's RM2.6 Bln Deal Near RTS Link Lifts Shares - HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Sunway Bhd’s shares rose as a proposed project with a gross development value (GDV) exceeding RM2.6 billion near the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link station boosts growth prospects.

Labour Demand Up 70.4 Pct, Unemployment Rate Down 3.3 Pct In 2024 - DOSM

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- The labour force participation rate (LFPR) in 2024 increased to 70.4 per cent compared to 70 per cent the previous year, according to Labour Force Statistics, Malaysia, December and fourth quarter 2024.

Malaysian, Uzbek Companies Must Forge New Collaborations -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- All Uzbek and Malaysian companies are urged to forge new collaborations to reap the synergistic opportunities offered by both countries, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

Trade War Will Not Hinder Malaysia's GDP Growth For 2025 - Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is on track to meet its 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth target despite the risks posed by the tariff war, said Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

Malaysia's Global Ties To Boost Investments, Exports -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s proactive approach in establishing ties with all countries, in line with the government’s neutral and independent stance, will help to create investment opportunities while boosting exports.

BR Capital, KOPETRO Sign MoC To Expand Access To Fixed Income Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia RAM Capital Sdn Bhd (BR Capital), a joint venture between Bursa Malaysia Bhd and RAM Holdings Bhd, has signed a memorandum of collaboration (MoC) with Koperasi Kakitangan Petronas Bhd (KOPETRO) to expand access to fixed income investments for KOPETRO members.

Economist Forecasts Ringgit To Reach RM4.45 Vs US Dollar By Year-end

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to trade sideways, with an end-of-year forecast of RM4.45 against the US dollar.

OPR Continues To Be Supportive Of The Economy -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The following is an interview with Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour after January’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting:-

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar Supported By Decline In Malaysia's Inflation

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by data showing a decline in Malaysia’s inflation rate, said an economist.

Malaysia To Adapt To Global Changes, Strengthen Sustainability, Trade

SUBANG, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is prepared to adapt to global changes, including potential shifts in US policy under a second Trump administration, without significant disruption to its natural resources and environmental sustainability agenda, Natural Resources and Environment Sustainability Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said.

Malaysia Well-positioned To Navigate External Headwinds And Challenges This Year -- Abdul Wahid Omar

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is well-positioned to navigate external headwinds and challenges of 2025 arising from Trump 2.0 policies and to achieve sustainable growth by maintaining a stable policy environment and capitalising on key growth sectors.