Export
MITI Reviews Reciprocal Trade Agreement with US Over Sovereignty
MITI is assessing the Reciprocal Trade Agreement with the US to ensure alignment with Malaysia’s sovereignty, economy, and global commitments.
Category: Export
Export
Malaysia’s Total Trade Reaches Record RM3.1 Trillion in 2025 Amid Strong Exports
Malaysia’s 2025 total trade hit a record RM3.1 trillion with +6.3% growth, driven by exports; 2026 outlook moderated.
Cars
Brunei Jadi Pasaran Eksport Pertama Proton X50 Generasi Baharu
Proton lancar All-New X50 di Brunei sebagai pasaran eksport pertama, sasaran 1,000 unit tahun ini.
Export
Economists Raise South Korea’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 2.2%
IIF upgrades South Korea's 2026 GDP forecast to 2.2%, citing strong consumption and exports.
Trade
Malaysia’s November Trade Hits RM263.8b with Double-Digit Growth
Malaysia's November trade surges 11.1% YoY to RM263.8b; exports up 7%, imports 15.8%, but surplus narrows sharply.
Trade
Anwar’s Africa Pivot: Malaysia Hunts New Trade Horizons Beyond Slowing West
PM Anwar visits Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya to unlock African trade routes, diversify supply chains amid Western demand slowdown.
Export
Malaysia’s Exports Surge on Strong E&E Demand Despite Softer US Market
Malaysia’s trade jumped in October as E&E shipments surged, boosting exports and offsetting weaker US demand and rising global tariff pressures.
Export
Malaysia’s Halal Exports to China Generate RM3.29 Billion Over Five Years
Malaysia’s halal exports to China have risen steadily, driven by government-industry cooperation and stronger participation in major international trade expos.
Export
Singapore’s NODX Soars 22.2% in October, Beating Expectations
Singapore's non-oil domestic exports grew 22.2% in October 2025, driven by electronic and non-electronic sectors.
Economy and Business
Malaysia’s Economy Holds Strong at 5.2% in 3Q25, Supported by Net Exports Amid Easing Domestic Demand
Malaysia posts 5.2% GDP growth in 3Q25, driven by exports and stable domestic demand, outlook stable amid external risks.
GDP
Malaysia’s 3Q GDP Growth at 5.1%, Supported by Strong Domestic Demand, export bounce
Malaysia’s economy grew 5.1% in 3Q25, driven by domestic demand and export recovery, though services sector expansion slightly moderated.
Stocks and Markets
Frontken Posts Slight Miss in 3Q25 but Eyes Record FY26 Earnings on Capacity Expansion
Frontken’s 3Q25 profit dipped on higher costs, but FY26 growth prospects remain strong with new capacity and M&A plans.
Manufacturing
Malaysia’s Manufacturing PMI Falls to 49.5 in October, Lowest in Four Months — S&P Global
Malaysia’s manufacturing activity eased in October as new orders and output declined, though business optimism reached a multi-year high.
Business News
Malaysia’s Trade Stays Strong Amid Global Uncertainty, Driven by Export Agility and Policy Support
Malaysia’s trade surges 9.8% in September, supported by resilient exports, global supply chain links, and strong forward-looking economic policies.
Export
Malaysia’s IPI Accelerates to 4.9% in August on Strong Mining Output
Malaysia’s industrial production rose faster than expected in August 2025, driven by robust mining activity and sustained manufacturing sales.
Agriculture
Malaysia Eyes Taiwan, Peru as Durian Exports to China Top RM6 Billion
Malaysia earned over RM6 billion from durian exports to China since 2018 and now targets Taiwan and Peru for expansion.