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More mid-sized banks needed to fuel SMEs, says economist

The plight of SMEs is now worsened with the possible threats from the US tariffs, forcing many of them forced to seek new markets

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MACCI - Catalysing Malaysia-Africa economic synergy

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Majority of Malaysians weigh climate risks when buying homes, survey finds

Over three-quarters of homebuyers factor in environmental hazards, while sustainable housing gains traction in the mid-market segment

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Nation’s economic pace falters in first quarter amid China drag and lingering tariff effects

Growth slows to 4.4 per cent as factory output, investment retreat; analysts flag risks to 2025 target

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Nvidia to supply chips to Saudi firm Humain for new AI mega factory

Strategic partnership announced during Trump’s Middle East visit includes high-powered supercomputing hardware and multibillion-dollar investment in Saudi Arabi...

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Ringgit opens higher against Greenback as US-China trade tensions ease

The moderation of the US CPI suggests that concerns over US tariff-induced inflation may take a backseat for now

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Ringgit opens higher vs US Dollar, market sentiment improves

The ringgit would see range-bound trade as US-China trade deals suggest the tariff shocks could be better managed via diplomatic negotiations in the months to c...

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US-China tariff truce seen as boon for Malaysian equities – CIMB Securities

Temporary easing in trade tensions likely to spur foreign inflows and support local sectors, with banks, technology and plantations among key beneficiaries

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Global stocks rally after US, China pause tariff war, but uncertainty remains

Trade war halted US$600 billion in bilateral trade, sparking stagflation fears

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Penang eyes gold industry growth with plans for Batu Kawan industrial zone

State government aims to position Penang as regional hub for gold trading, driven by surging retail sales and strong tourism appeal

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Ringgit likely to stay weaker next week amid US-China trade deal optimism

Economist expects the ringgit to trade within a range of 4.30 to 4.33 next week

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Stable outlook for short-term rates as BNM maintains liquidity operations

BNM intervened on a daily basis via a combination of reverse repurchase agreements, Islamic reverse repo instruments, and overnight reverse repo tenders

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Residential construction sees strong growth in Q1 2025 despite softer market activity

Completions and housing starts rise sharply amid government support and infrastructure projects, though transaction volumes ease