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Tech upcycle cushions industrial growth
3+ hour, 2+ min ago (110+ words) Tech upcycle cushions industrial growth'KLSE Screener Tech upcycle cushions industrial growth PETALING JAYA: Despite external headwinds, economists are positive on Malaysia's industrial production growth in 2026, underpinned by strong domestic demand and the global technology sector upcycle. Although there could be…...
PM: Malaysia economy could grow as much as 5pct in 2026
20+ hour, 22+ min ago (348+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's economy could expand by as much as five per cent in 2026, as market assessments point to stronger momentum in domestic demand and investment, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. This is broadly in line with expectations from the…...
Economy may grow up to 5pc this year, says Anwar
20+ hour, 22+ min ago (254+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: The economy could expand by up to five per cent in 2026, as market assessments point to stronger domestic demand and investment, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This is broadly in line with projections from the Finance Ministry and…...
Ringgit to trade in tight range between RM3.95 and RM3.96 next week
20+ hour, 41+ min ago (116+ words) "There will also be a series of Federal Reserve (Fed) officials sharing their insights next week. "They are likely to maintain a cautious stance on inflation, which suggests that restrictive monetary policy will continue for now," he told Bernama. Full…...
Ringgit ends flat against US$
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (101+ words) Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said traders may have taken profits despite softer US data, particularly indicators pointing to a weakening labour market. Full Article on TheStar KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit traded flat against…...
Malaysia's 0.7pct global share belies bigger economic story, says World Bank
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (759+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia represents just 0.7 per cent of the global economy, a share smaller than the margin of error in World Bank forecasts. But World Bank lead economist for Malaysia Apurva Sanghi said the country's small size masks a far…...
Ringgit, gold and silver: Rate-driven whipsaw, three-day stress test & what comes next
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (838+ words) MALAYSIA's ringgit/gramme spot market over the past 90 trading days has been shaped by a single dominant narrative: a rapid, rate-expectations-driven surge into late January, followed almost immediately by a sharp and disorderly repricing. The move felt like policy credibility…...
HSBC: Malaysia's economy to stay resilient in Year of the Horse
1+ week, 3+ day ago (447+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's economy is well positioned to remain resilient in the Year of the Horse, underpinned by strong growth momentum, resilient trade performance, sustained investment inflows and sound fiscal and monetary policies. HSBC Global Investment Research said Malaysia recorded…...
Dollar whipped as markets wary of mounting risks
1+ week, 4+ day ago (515+ words) SINGAPORE: The dollar remained on shaky ground on Thursday, as uncertainty over US economic policies and geopolitical moves were only partially offset by supportive comments from the White House and European officials following a rout in the currency. On the…...
Ringgit firms to 3.9170 vs US$ at lunch break
1+ week, 4+ day ago (92+ words) The currency's gains are largely driven by financial reforms, structural adjustments, and policy recalibration, which have fostered growth, bolstered confidence, and attracted capital inflows. Full Article on TheStar KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit strengthened to 3.9170 against the US dollar at Wednesday's…...