Economy

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's trade performance continued to strengthen in June 2026, supported by sustained growth in both exports and imports. Total trade in June 2026 continued to strengthen, recording an increase of 44.7 percent…

KUALA LUMPUR: The increase in Malaysia's household debt to RM1.73 trillion as of March 2026 remains at a manageable level, but the sustained upward trend warrants attention to avoid risks to the economy and the nation's financial stability.…

CYBERJAYA: Economy Minister, YB Tuan Haji Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir has stressed that Bumiputera startups must be bold enough to move into the scale-up phase and penetrate regional and global markets to ensure more sustainable and…

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia is expected to record trading in a narrow range next week as investors continue to wait and assess several key economic data set to be announced amidst significant geopolitical uncertainty. IPFA Sdn Bhd…

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today launched SPARK 2026: Business Transformation, the flagship platform of Perbadanan Usahawan Nasional Berhad (PUNB), with the agency targeting financing approvals of up to RM2.25…

PETALING JAYA: Johor recorded the highest economic growth among all states at 8.0 percent, with its economic value reaching RM171 billion in 2025, contributing nearly 10 percent to Malaysia's economy. This was followed by Penang…

Why are the Ringgit and USD often in the spotlight? Understand the factors influencing exchange rates and their impact on Malaysians. Market movements are often influenced by current global issues. However, one of the most…

KUALA LUMPUR: Amid escalating global economic uncertainty driven by the United States-Israel and Iran conflict, Malaysia's technology sector continues to shine. The latest indicators show strengthening momentum, with exports of…

KUALA LUMPUR : The ringgit extended its upward momentum, opening firmer on Monday against the US dollar and other major currencies, supported by improved risk sentiment following signs of easing geopolitical tensions. At 8 am, the local…

SHAH ALAM – A total of 38,953 individuals have been recorded as having lost their jobs during the period from January to May 2026, thus prompting the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) to intensify various intervention measures to help…