Economy and Business

Malaysia’s Retail Sales Show Steady Growth Amid Improved Spending

Malaysia’s retail sector records steady growth amid improved consumer spending.

4 weeks ago

Marcos Declares National Energy Emergency Amid Middle East Crisis

Energy Crisis: Philippines Braces for Prolonged Oil Shock as President Marcos Invokes Emergency Powers

4 weeks ago

Vegetable Prices in Malaysia Set to Rise Amid Higher Costs

Vegetable prices may rise up to 50 per cent in Malaysia, driven by higher production costs and global fuel crisis…

4 weeks ago

US Fed Holds Rates Steady at 3.50%-3.75%, Inflation Risks Loom

US Fed holds rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, citing inflation risks and global uncertainties, with cautious outlook on future cuts.

1 month ago

Samenta Urges Government to End Surprise Holidays, Calls Them Harmful to Economy

Samenta urges government to stop surprise holidays, citing economic strain on SMEs and calling for reforms to the Public Holidays…

1 month ago

Bursa Ends Higher As Investor Sentiment Improves

Bursa Malaysia ended the trading session higher as improved market sentiment boosted investor confidence.

1 month ago

Mar 2026 Policy Decision – BNM Keeps OPR on Hold at 2.75%

“We expect BNM to maintain the OPR at 2.75% through 2026,” says Public Investment Bank in its latest report.

2 months ago

Euro zone inflation accelerates to 1.9% as energy risks cloud outlook

Euro zone inflation hits 1.9% as oil risks threaten to challenge ECB policy stance.

2 months ago

MM2H Programme Generates RM3.87 Billion for Malaysia’s Economy

Malaysia’s MM2H programme contributed RM3.87 billion by end-2025, driven by applications from China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and property investments.

2 months ago

RBA Kicks Off 2026 With First Rate Hike Since 2023

RBA stressed its commitment to restoring price stability, noting that policy will remain data‑dependent

3 months ago

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