Batik Air Flies To Shanghai, Sydney Effective June, July 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Batik Air has announced new direct services  to Shanghai, China and Sydney, Australia, beginning June and July this year.

Malaysia's Current Account Surplus To Grow 1.5-2.5 Pct Of GDP In 2026 - CIMB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has projected Malaysia’s current account surplus to widen to 1.5-2.5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2026, according to CIMB Treasury and Market Research.

Malaysian Consumer Sector Seen Resilient On Stable Spending, Fiscal Support – RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian consumer products sector shall continue to provide earnings resilience and visibility, underpinned by stable domestic consumption and ongoing fiscal support, according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

Federal Grants To State Governments Expected To Hit RM10.5 Bln This Year – PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, March 5 (Bernama) -- The National Finance Council (NFC) has agreed to increase the grants provided by the federal government to state governments, with the total amount expected to reach RM10.5 billion this year, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Trade Competitiveness Stable Despite Stronger Ringgit – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The overall impact of ringgit movements on Malaysia’s trade competitiveness is expected to remain manageable, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

VMY 2026: Malaysia Airports Records 9.4 Mln Passengers In January -- MAHB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports’ domestic network saw 9.4 million passenger movements in January 2026, the opening month of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY 2026), said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).

Malaysia's 2025 Economic Growth Beats Estimates At 5.2 Pct - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy grew by 5.2 per cent in 2025 on account of strong domestic demand and favourable exports exceeding the forecast range of 4-4.8 per cent, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

CLMT To Raise Assets Under Management By 20 Pct In Three Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- CapitaLand Malaysia Trust (CLMT) aims to increase its assets under management by 20 per cent in three years from the current 7.9 per cent under its industrial and logistics segment.

CIMB Treasury & Markets Research Revises GDP Forecast Upward To 4.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- CIMB Treasury and Markets Research has revised its 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast upward to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent previously, supported by continued growth momentum in the services and construction sectors but balanced by moderation in manufacturing. 

Amir Hamzah: 2026 Marks Implementation Of Govt Reforms, Development Agenda

PETALING JAYA, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The year 2026 marks the implementation of the government’s reform and development agenda, with its effects already being felt by households, businesses, and the economy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Malaysian Healthcare Sector To Extend Beyond Hospitals In 2026 -- HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian healthcare sector is poised to extend beyond hospitals in 2026 following several mega healthcare listings expected this year, according to Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB).

Expo 2025 Osaka, ASEAN Chairmanship Position Malaysia as Trusted Partner For Sustainable Growth - MITI

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.