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IMF chief says global outlook marked by ‘optimism and worry’ as Bangkok meetings end
BANGKOK, Oct 17 — International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva said today this year’s Annual Meetings with global policymakers were marked by “optimism and worry” about the global economic outlook […]
Ringgit seen firmer next week after Malaysia’s 3Q GDP beats expectations
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — The ringgit is expected to trade within a tight range with an upward bias next week, between RM4.07 and RM4.09, following Malaysia’s higher-than-expected advance estimate […]
Bursa Malaysia to stay guarded next week as investors watch US earnings and regional markets
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — Bursa Malaysia is expected to maintain a cautious bias next week as investors adopt a measured yet constructive stance while navigating domestic developments, amid lingering […]
IMF says AI slowdown could knock 0.4pc off global GDP by 2028
BANGKOK, Oct 17 — The artificial intelligence boom has been a key driver of global growth, but also poses economic risks should investment in the technology falter, experts and policymakers […]
Sweet ambitions: Sarawak’s cocoa beans could power Malaysia’s next chocolate boom
MELAKA, Oct 17 — Sarawak could strengthen the country’s cocoa industry by expanding cultivation areas and producing higher-value chocolate products, helping narrow the supply gap in dried cocoa beans, which […]
Penang Port goes high-tech with Malaysia’s first dedicated private 5G network
BUTTERWORTH, Oct 17 — Penang Port Sdn Bhd (Penang Port) has become Malaysia’s first port to deploy a private 5G network on dedicated spectrum, marking a milestone in its digital […]
IMF urges govts to rein in costly subsidies as debt and spending pressures mount
WASHINGTON, Oct 17 — Governments in almost all economies face pressing fiscal challenges, with high debt levels, higher interest rates and growing demands for public spending, an International Monetary Fund […]
Marrybrown serves up expansion plans with 30 new Malaysian outlets, Cambodia debut
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 17 — Local fast-food chain Marrybrown aims to open 30 new outlets nationwide by 2027 as part of its strategy to expand operations and strengthen its position […]
Malaysia’s economy holds up despite global shocks, economists see room to beat growth target
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 — Malaysia is on track to exceed its official full-year gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast of 4.8 to 5.3 per cent after the economy expanded […]
Ringgit strengthens against US dollar after robust third-quarter GDP estimate
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Friday, supported by Malaysia’s higher-than-expected advance GDP estimate for the third quarter of 2026 (3Q 2026). […]