MB projects RM500 bln growth in 5 years, cautions against complacency
By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Jan 27 — Selangor is on track to achieve a RM500 billion economy within the next three to five years,...
People leaving New Zealand in record numbers, stats show
WELLINGTON, Jan 24 — People leaving New Zealand hit record levels in the 12 months to November 2024, in another sign of the weakness in...
After RM71 mln fund for 2024 state initiatives, MBI eyes bigger 2025 impact
By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, Jan 21 — Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated), or MBI, reaffirmed its commitment to Selangor’s socio-economic growth, having channelled RM71.58...
Malaysia projected to maintain 5.0 pct growth rate this year
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 — Malaysia is expected to maintain a solid 2025 growth rate of 5.0 per cent, supported by both domestic and external...
Country’s economy grew 4.8 pct y/y in Q4, advance estimates show
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Malaysia’s economy grew 4.8 per cent in the fourth quarter from a year earlier, official advance estimates showed today, slower...
China’s economic growth tops forecasts on stimulus push
BEIJING, Jan 17 — China’s economy ended 2024 on better footing than expected helped by a flurry of stimulus measures, although the threat of a...
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar for fourth day straight
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — The ringgit opened higher for the fourth consecutive day against the US dollar as investors reassessed their positions following the...
Reforms crucial to build a more resilient economy, say experts
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 — Reforms are crucial steps to transform Malaysia into a more resilient and vibrant economy capable of adapting to domestic and global challenges. Bank Muamalat...
Economy to grow by over 5 pct this year — Amir Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 — The economy is expected to grow steadily this year by over 5 per cent, supported by strategic investment, robust fiscal...
Vietnam’s 2024 GDP growth quickens to 7.09 pct
HANOI, Jan 6 — Vietnam’s gross domestic product grew 7.09 per cent last year, greater than the 5.05 per cent expansion in 2023, driven by...
Hosting Asean events will help our economy, says Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 3 — Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship this year is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s economy, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. The...
Thai economic uncertainty has increased, central bank minutes say
BANGKOK, Dec 2 — Uncertainty around the Thai economy has significantly increased primarily due to the unclear impact of possible US economic policies, minutes of...