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By K. Naveen Prabu
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q 2025) is expected to exceed the the year-earlier level, signalling stronger underlying momentum and lower downside risks heading into 2026, according to economists
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- Festive seasons such as Ramadan and Hari Raya are key retail moments in Malaysia, with online shopping activity rising as families prepare for the fasting month and Raya celebrations.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- The government may need to reconsider the continuation of support for the real estate investment trust (REIT) sector as the industry has reached a level of maturity and strong commercial viability, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- IOI Properties Group Bhd’s share price rose in mid-morning trade today after its subsidiary's disposal of 50 hectares (ha) of industrial land in Banting, Selangor, to Bridge Data Centres Malaysia VIII Sdn Bhd (BDC) for RM740.68 million.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) is maintaining its crude palm oil (CPO) price assumption of RM4,200 per metric tonne (mt) and earnings forecasts for 2026 for now, pending a review following Indonesia’s recent move to delay the implementation of its B50 mandate.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Gold and silver prices are expected to remain bullish over the mid- to long-term despite short-term volatility triggered by global macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, said Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) president Datuk Seri Louis Ng.
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SIBU, Feb 2 (Bernama) -- The recent appreciation of the ringgit against the US dollar is “not unexpected,” as Malaysia’s economy continues to strengthen, driven by infrastructure development, rising tourism arrivals and better prices of commodities and electrical and electronics (E&E) products.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, mirroring gains in US Comex gold futures as investors continued to turn to safe-haven assets.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) has forecast a milder contraction in media advertising expenditure (adex) this year, supported by a low base effect and increased marketing activity surrounding major sporting events.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- The global spotlight on sustainable finance is expected to remain strong this year amid the rapid growth of data centres, said Moody’s Ratings.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Gold prices are set for an upward revision, with the forecast raised to US$5,600 per ounce by the end of 2026, up from the previous estimate of US$4,800, reflecting recent developments and stronger‑than‑anticipated persistence rather than a reassessment of the underlying narrative, said OCBC Group Research.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s fundamentals “remain encouraging,” supported by quality foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, upbeat growth, a wider trade surplus and a clear commitment to fiscal consolidation, said OCBC Group Research.