Comprehensive Policy Needed To Uplift Labuan Economy, Says Academic

LABUAN, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- A comprehensive and forward-looking policy framework is needed to revitalise Labuan’s economy that will fully leverage its strategic location, federal territory status and established offshore financial ecosystem, said an academic.

Malaysia’s GDP Growth Seen Moderating To 4.2 Pct In 2026 -- Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2026 is expected to moderate to 4.2 per cent from an estimated 4.8 per cent in 2025, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Kenanga Raises Malaysia’s 4Q 2025 GDP Growth Forecast To 5.0 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) --  Kenanga Research has revised its forecast for Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the fourth quarter of 2025 to 5.0 per cent, higher than its earlier estimate of 4.0 per cent.

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.

MATRADE Appoints Abu Bakar Yusof As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has appointed Abu Bakar Yusof as chief executive officer effective today.

Bursa Malaysia Hits Nearly 15-Month High On Improved Year-end Sentiment

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week sharply higher, climbing to an almost 15-month high and surpassing its previous peak of 1,660.09 recorded on Sept 27, 2024, as domestic sentiment improved ahead of year-end portfolio flows.

CPO Prices To Remain Range-bound Between RM3,800 And RM4,100 A Tonne In January 2026 -- MPOC

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s crude palm oil prices are expected to remain range-bound between RM3,800 and RM4,100 a tonne in January 2026, underpinned by a balanced supply-demand outlook, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC). 

Malaysia’s Exports Rise 7.0 Pct To RM135.0 Bln In November 2025 – DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s exports rose 7.0 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM135.0 billion in November 2025, underpinned by stronger external demand, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Mohd Mustafa Leads MATRADE To Greater Heights Through Transformation Initiatives

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz retired today after more than 35 years in the public service.

Portugal Key To Malaysia’s Deeper Economic Engagement With EU - Ambassador 

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Portugal is emerging as a strategic gateway for Malaysia’s deeper economic engagement with the European Union (EU), offering strengths in renewable energy, manufacturing, maritime logistics and technology partnerships, said Malaysian Ambassador to Portugal Datuk Eldeen Husaini Mohd Hashim.

Palm Oil Sector Holds Steady In 2025 As Golden Crop Spared From Debilitating US Tariffs

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil sector heaved a huge sigh of relief after it was exempted from the 19 per cent import tariff imposed

Rubber Mixed, Lesser Commodities Cocoa And Pepper Remain Resilient In 2025

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rubber industry recorded a mixed performance this year, with output and exports, including external demand for gloves contracting, while the lesser commodities of cocoa and pepper bucked the trend by showing resilience.