Malaysia Weathers 100 Days Of Global Energy Crisis, Supplies Remain Stable

PUTRAJAYA, June 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains in a relatively strong position with sufficient supplies of fuel, food and essential medicines, thanks to early intervention and coordinated crisis management efforts, says Prime Minister's Economic Adviser Nurhisham Hussein.

Higher BI-Rate, Fuel Price Hike Test Indonesia's Economic Balancing Act

By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

JAKARTA, June 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia's decision to raise the BI-Rate and increase non-subsidised fuel prices within days highlights the government's effort to support the rupiah and ease fiscal pressures, although the measures are expected to add pressure on households and businesses, analysts say.

KLCI Futures Likely To Remain Positive Next Week

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract is likely to maintain a constructive near-term outlook, supported by easing geopolitical concerns, improving global risk sentiment, and a relatively stable domestic macroeconomic environment.

Malaysia's Distributive Trade Growth Set To Hit 6.1 Pct In 2026, Says Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s distributive trade growth is expected to hit 6.1 per cent in 2026, compared with 5.6 per cent in 2025, following stronger-than-expected performance this year driven by wholesale stockpiling, higher petroleum-related prices and a recovery in motor vehicle sales.

RHB IB Raises Malaysia's 2026 IPI Growth Forecast To 4.9 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has revised Malaysia’s 2026 Industrial Production Index (IPI) growth forecast upward to 4.9 per cent from 4.1 per cent.

Ringgit Extends Gains, Closes Higher Versus US Dollar

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains on Friday, closing higher against the US dollar as uncertainty surrounding the conflict in West Asia weighed on the greenback.

Selangor Strengthens Sustainability Agenda Through RM2 Bln WTE Investment

KUALA SELANGOR, June 12 (Bernama) --  The Selangor government, through its subsidiary Worldwide Holdings Bhd (Worldwide), has invested approximately RM2 billion to develop three waste-to-energy (WTE) plants as part of a long-term plan to improve sustainable solid waste management in the state.

Attractive Valuations Drive Buying, Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- Selected blue-chip counters trading at attractive valuations helped Bursa Malaysia close higher on Friday, despite cautious market sentiment driven by developments in West Asia, volatility in crude oil prices and uncertainty over the global interest rate outlook.

Malaysia’s April Manufacturing Sales Rise 9.1 Pct On Strong E&E Growth - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's manufacturing sales value rose 9.1 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM175.0 billion in April 2026, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). 

Govt Targets 15 Pct Increase In Wood-based Exports This Year

By Kamarul Halim M. Kamal

MUAR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is targeting an increase of 15 per cent in the country's exports of wood-based products this year following the sector's encouraging performance, which recorded an export value of RM14.6 billion last year.

B15 Biodiesel Rollout Could Ease Inflation, Reduce Fiscal Burden -- CGS International

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The government’s initiative to roll out B15 biodiesel blends makes strategic sense as a cheaper feedstock can dampen domestic inflation and reduce fiscal costs, said CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

Bursa Malaysia Posts Slight Gains At Close On Selective Buying

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended marginally higher after trading within a narrow range, supported by selective buying that offset profit-taking activities.