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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Penang’s long-established electrical and electronics (E&E) ecosystem highlights the importance of other Malaysian states building on their own strengths under the National Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030, said InvestPenang.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- A comprehensive legislative framework in the form of a National Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Act will further strengthen the implementation of Malaysia’s industrial and talent development agenda under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- The banking sector is expected to appear steadfast in 2026 driven by sustained credit growth; net interest margin expansion; resilient non-interest income (NOII); and stable national clearing code (NCC), according to AmInvestment Bank Bhd.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- Rapid innovation in Southeast Asia (SEA) is transforming the global legal technology (tech) market, positioning the region as a compelling source of next-generation solutions for the United States (US) legal sector.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Banks’ net interest margin (NIM) is anticipated to recover in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026), assuming the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) remains stable at 2.75 per cent throughout the year, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).
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By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s achievements at the Expo 2025 Osaka and as ASEAN Chair in 2025 have positioned the country as a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth, regional integration, and global investor confidence, setting the stage for Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and beyond.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM) has called on the government to strengthen Malaysia’s cost competitiveness to support manufacturing growth as the country ushers in 2026.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Companies involved in midstream and downstream production activities of Rare Earth Elements (REE) are eligible to be considered for incentives under the Promotion of Investments Act 1986, namely Pioneer Status and Investment Tax Allowance.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- RAM Rating Services Bhd (RAM Ratings) saw an uptick in profitability of eight selected local banking groups rated by the credit rating agency in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q 2025).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking sector ended 2025 on a firmer footing, charting steady loan growth, stable asset quality and sustained profitability despite a year clouded by global trade tensions, while the outlook for next year remains steady amid a diversified portfolio.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) expects 2026 to be a more conducive operating year for the banking sector, with aggregate operating profit and net profit forecast to grow by 4.7 per cent and five per cent, respectively.
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By Nurul Jannah Kamaruddin & Nur Aiman Najwa Dzamae
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz ends his term as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister today, leaving behind a sweeping vision for Malaysia's future, where companies from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to major players can rise to become global contenders.