Orgabio Sees Healthier Beverage Opportunities Despite Higher Formulation Costs

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Healthier beverage formulations can cost approximately five to 10 per cent more to manufacture, but Orgabio Holdings Bhd sees opportunities in the segment as brand owners explore products that cater to evolving consumer preferences.

Malaysia’s Poultry Sector To Stay Resilient On Steady Demand, Domestic Production Base -- MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s poultry industry is expected to remain resilient in the medium term, supported by steady demand for affordable protein and an established domestic production base, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Malaysia Seeks To Lead Islamic Finance Transition, Boost Investment – DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to spearhead the transition towards greater use of Islamic finance to drive cross-border investment, supported by stronger ties with emerging markets, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Malaysia’s Exports Surpass RM200 Bln For First Time, Surging 54.5 Pct In September

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's exports surpassed RM200 billion for the first time in September, surging 54.5 per cent year-on-year to a record RM215.11 billion, marking the fastest growth since April 2021.

Malaysia’s Diversified Economy, Fiscal Buffers To Cushion External Shocks -- Amir Hamzah

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s diversified economy, resilient export markets and stronger fiscal buffers will help cushion external shocks and support its growth outlook for 2027, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Malaysia Should Broaden Tax Base, Improve Subsidy Targeting To Withstand Future Shocks – IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should continue fiscal consolidation, broaden its tax base and improve subsidy targeting to strengthen its resilience to future economic shocks, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

IMF Forecasts Malaysia GDP Growth At 5.2 Pct In 2026, Moderating To 4.7 Pct In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 5.2 per cent in 2026 and 4.7 per cent in 2027, amid regional economic uncertainty, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Businesses Must Account For Nature, Long-term Impact - WEF's Hoffmann

By Alyaa Natasha Azhar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Businesses need to integrate nature into their business models and prioritise long-term societal impact over short-term financial returns to achieve sustainable prosperity, said World Economic Forum (WEF) board of trustees Co-Chair André Hoffmann.

Selangor Young Entrepreneurs Urged To Expand Into ASEAN Markets – Tengku Amir Shah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) — Young entrepreneurs in Selangor should look beyond domestic markets and view ASEAN cities such as Jakarta, Bangkok, Manila and Ho Chi Minh City as natural destinations for business expansion, said Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj. 

Investors In Malaysia Should Be Judged By Job Quality, Treatment Of Women – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Investors in Malaysia should be assessed on the quality of jobs they create and how they treat workers, particularly women, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia’s Semiconductor Exports To US Remain Exempt From Tariffs - Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia continues to enjoy tariff exemptions for its semiconductor exports to the United States, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister (MITI) Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Global Economy To Decelerate To 3.1 Pct In 2026 Before Recovering To 3.4 Pct In 2027 - IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Global growth is projected to decelerate to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from 3.5 per cent in 2025 before recovering to 3.4 per cent in 2027, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).