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Imported EV entering Malaysia before dec 28 to retain tax exemptions, says MAA

Fully imported electric vehicles already in Malaysia before Dec 28 will continue to enjoy import and excise duty exemptions despite the incentive ending in 2026

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IMF praises Malaysia’s economic resilience amid global uncertainty

Positive assessment by the International Monetary Fund highlights Malaysia’s prudent macroeconomic and fiscal policies, which underpin growth, stability, and bu...

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Ringgit hits near six-year high against U.S. dollar

The ringgit reached levels not seen since January 2020, strengthening against the U.S. dollar and other major currencies this week

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SC and Inland Revenue Board forge stronger alliance to combat financial crime

The Securities Commission and Inland Revenue Board have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance inter-agency cooperation, strengthen enforcement against...

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ASB delivers biggest-ever annual payout as PNB holds distribution at 5.75 sen

Permodalan Nasional Bhd has announced a record RM10.4 billion payout for Amanah Saham Bumiputera in 2025, maintaining its income distribution for a second strai...

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Malaysia’s trade surplus extends to 67 months as exports surge in Nov 2025

The nation posted a robust trade performance in November 2025, with exports rising for the fifth consecutive month, driven largely by strong electrical and elec...

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Ringgit edges higher on softer U.S. inflation as rate-cut expectations build

The ringgit opens slightly firmer against the U.S. dollar on Friday, holding near the 4.08 level as weaker-than-expected US inflation data fuelled expectations...

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TikTok strikes U.S. joint venture deal to avert ban tied to Chinese ownership

TikTok has agreed to form a new joint venture with U.S. and Middle Eastern investors in a move designed to secure its future in the United States, after a 2024...

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Elon Musk’s fortune surges to record US$648 billion on Tesla and Space momentum

Musk’s fortune now stands at more than twice that of the world’s second-wealthiest individual and exceeds the market value of several major U.S. corporations

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Ringgit hits five-year high against U.S. dollar amid Fed rate speculations

The last time the ringgit approached such levels was on 3 March 2021, when it ended the trading session at 4.0720 against the U.S. dollar

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Malaysia’s economy seen on firmer footing as reforms buffer global uncertainty

The nation is entering a more stable phase of economic growth following difficult structural reforms, including subsidy targeting, with analysts forecasting res...

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Ringgit climbs to near five-year high as policy clarity and softer U.S. dollar lift sentiment

The ringgit extends its rally, hovering around the 4.07 level against the U.S. dollar, its strongest performance in almost five years, supported by improved dom...

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Ringgit hits five-year high against U.S. dollar on renewed economic confidence

The Malaysian ringgit surged to 4.08 against the US dollar at Tuesday’s opening, marking its strongest level in nearly five years as growing confidence in Malay...