Ringgit Asia’s Best-performing Currency This Year, On Track To Strengthen Further In 2026 – Economists

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) – The ringgit was Asia’s best-performing currency this year against its regional peers, with its gains underpinned by strong economic fundamentals and buoyant exports, while interest rate cuts by the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) provided pivotal support to the local currency.

Akmal Nasrullah Named Economy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- After helming the deputy minister’s role twice in different ministries, Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir will now take on a new role as Economy Minister.

Johari Ghani Brings Extensive Corporate, Finance Experience As Investment, Trade And Industry Minister

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, 61, the newly appointed Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, is a seasoned politician who is expected to bring his extensive corporate and financial experience to his new portfolio.

Sabah Tables RM6.4 Bln Budget For 2026

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- The Sabah government today tabled the state’s Budget 2026, amounting to RM6.402 billion, with an estimated surplus of RM28 million.

Malaysia’s GDP Expected To Grow 4.6 Pct In 2026 - CGS International

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to expand by 4.6 per cent in 2026, supported by improving external demand despite a slight moderation in domestic activity, said CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

Sabah Budget 2026 To Be Tabled On Dec 12 - Masidi

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The newly formed Sabah state government, following the 17th state election, is expected to table Sabah’s Budget 2026 on Dec 12.

Bursa Malaysia Slips At Midday On Selective Profit-taking

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia slipped in morning trade on profit-taking in selected heavyweights, led by financial services, industrial products and services, and telecommunications and media sectors.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday, CI Up 1.09 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session higher today, with the key index rising 1.09 per cent, in line with the mostly higher performance in regional markets ahead of several key data releases.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher Tracking Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Monday, tracking  Friday’s Wall Street gains as the overall sentiment was bolstered by improving expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in December, with many anticipating a further 25-basis-point reduction.

GRS, Partner Parties And Independent Assemblymen Form Sabah Government With Simple Majority

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 30 (Bernama) -- Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), its partner parties and the independent candidates who won in the 17th Sabah State Election have formed the state government with a simple majority.

Sabah Polls: Media Practitioners Fulfill Voting Duty Amidst Busy Coverage

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Despite being fully engaged in covering the 17th Sabah state election since early morning, media practitioners in Sabah ensured they did not neglect their duty to vote alongside over 1.7 million eligible voters.

MITI Refines Investments In Sabah To Avoid Becoming 'Assembly Hub'

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The government is refining several proposals for high-tech investments in Sabah, including in the semiconductor sector, to ensure the state does not become merely an assembly hub, but instead plays a role in the global supply chain.