Economy

NIBONG TEBAL: The government is confident that the country's economy will improve, following the inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI) recorded in the first quarter of 2024 showing a positive development. Berita Harian reports,…

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade higher next week as traders react to the United States (US) headline inflation data released on Friday, an analyst said. According to Bernama, UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Head of…

KUALA LUMPUR: Global investment firm, BlackRock Inc already has equity investments in 100 listed companies in Malaysia, involving a total asset value of RM27.5 billion. Berita Harian reported that the Minister of Investment, Trade and…

KUALA LUMPUR: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) recorded strong growth of 4.2 percent in the first quarter of 2024, supported by stable domestic demand and better export performance despite a challenging external environment. Berita Harian…

KUALA LUMPUR: Although it doesn't have a significant direct influence on the country's economy, the boycott campaign has had a little effect on the employment sector, particularly among food and beverage (F&B) companies that are…

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit strengthened against the United States (US) dollar in the early trading session on Wednesday, driven by expectations that Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.00 percent due…

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will not hesitate to reshuffle the Cabinet if the country's World Competitiveness Index (IMD) next year registers an unsatisfactory position. Berita Harian reported, he said, one of…

KUALA LUMPUR: The sale of the shareholding in Malaysia Airport Holdings Berhad (MAHB) to BlackRock was made after going through strict conditions, with screening conducted among a total of 145 interested companies. Berita Harian reported…

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit closed slightly lower against the United States (US) dollar today after trading in a small range throughout the day, said an analyst. Bernama reported, at 6pm yesterday, the ringgit traded at 4.7110/7150 against…

SHAH ALAM: Coordinated actions by the government and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to encourage more consistent inflows in the domestic financial market have had a positive impact on the ringgit's performance this year. According to Sinar…