1d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economic outlook for the second half of 2026 (2H 2026) is expected to remain positive, with domestic demand continued to be supported by employment gains, targeted fiscal support and ongoing investment activities, according to World Bank Group.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) must scale up their business operations and improve productivity, creating demand for higher skilled workers and providing better-paying jobs, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
1d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) – Tenaga Nasional Bhd has given top priority to strengthening the national grid, fully recognising that grid readiness is crucial to ensuring Malaysia’s economic certainty and fulfil the nation’s energy and industrial objectives.
2d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Two-wheeler maker, TVS Motor Company presented four production-ready models developed for European customers at the EICMA 2026 motorcycle show in Milan as it steps up its expansion in the region.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Water prices rose an average of 2.0 per cent in Southern Asia and 3.9 per cent in East Asia and the Pacific from 2025 to 2026, according to a global survey that cited Malaysia as an example of progress in recovering utility costs.
3d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday amid cautious market sentiment as investors continued to assess global economic developments and the outlook for US interest rates.
3d ago
By Teng Khoon Hock
BANGKOK, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has urged financial institutions to strengthen their cybersecurity measures and remain vigilant against potential cyberattacks following incidents involving financial institutions in other countries.
4d ago
By Jailani Hasan
LABUAN, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The future of Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA), whether to retain, expand or relocate it, must be determined through a comprehensive assessment of its economic viability, operational capacity and long-term benefits to Sabah, said the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section.
6d ago
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade within the 1,600-1,630 range next week, with selective accumulation likely to provide support at lower levels, said Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd vice-president of equity research Thong Pak Leng.
6d ago
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to trade at a slower and weaker pace, with prices likely to trend lower amid oversupply and seasonally favourable weather conditions ahead of the monsoon.
6d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Insurance and takaful operators (ITOs) may review, withdraw or restrict a healthcare provider’s cashless privileges where it fails to comply with agreed contractual terms, claims procedures or other applicable requirements.
6d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) Kuala Lumpur and Embassy of Japan in Malaysia will be holding the B2B Japanese Food Promotion Programme, in Johor, to promote the use of Japanese ingredients among food service operators in the state.