Malaysia's Growth Outlook Intact Despite The Strait Of Hormuz Blockade -- Economists

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s short-term economic impact is expected to remain manageable, despite the impasse in United States (US)-Iran peace talks, said economists.

Foreign Funds Extend 3-week Net Buying On Bursa Malaysia, RM470.3 Mln In Inflows

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Foreign institutions extended their net buying streak to three consecutive weeks, recording RM470.3 million in net inflows, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Rubber Market Ends Mixed For Third Straight Day

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed for the third consecutive day on Friday, tracking regional rubber futures, said a dealer.

Unemployment Rate Remains At 2.9 Pct In February - DOSM

PUTRAJAYA, April 10 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in February remained at 2.9 per cent, with fewer unemployed people at 506,800, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysia's Wholesale, Retail Trade Sales Rise 5.3 Pct To RM156.3 Bln In February -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade in February 2026 recorded sales of RM156.3 billion, up 5.3 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Ringgit Extends Gains Against US Dollar On Improved Risk Appetite

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit remained firm against the US dollar at the opening on Friday, supported by sustained demand for the local currency amid improving risk appetite among traders and investors.

RM5 Bln Low-cost Financing To Drive SME Growth - Sim

GEORGE TOWN, April 9 (Bernama) -- The Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry has announced up to RM5 billion in low-cost financing for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to drive growth and transformation.

World Bank Raises Malaysia’s 2026 Growth Forecast To 4.4 Pct On Strong Domestic Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The World Bank Group has raised Malaysia’s economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent, citing resilient domestic demand, its lead economist for Malaysia, Apurva Sanghi, said.

Task Force Submits Suggestions To Address Labuan’s Industrial Challenges

LABUAN, April 8 (Bernama) -- Several recommendations to address economic hurdles affecting industry players in Labuan have been submitted to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh.

Domestic Logistics Sector To Remain Steady This Year On E-commerce Boom, AI Tailwinds

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects the domestic logistics sector’s growth to remain steady in 2026, benefiting from booming e-commerce, supported by the global tech upcycle led by artificial intelligence (AI) data centre demand, a resilient US economy, and potential trade diversion amid US-China trade tensions. 

U Mobile, TM Hold 5G Kick-off Meeting, Agreement Being Finalised

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd held a 5G collaboration project kick-off meeting with Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) yesterday, following the signing of a three-year 5G wholesale agreement in February 2026.

Singapore Risks Slower Economic Growth, Higher Inflation In 2026 Amid West Asia Conflict -- DPM Gan

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, April 7 (Bernama) -- Singapore expects its economic growth to be affected in the coming quarters amid the ongoing West Asia conflicts, with higher overall inflation projected in 2026, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.