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Economy

Sabah Collects RM1.38 Bln In State Sales Tax As Of June

KOTA KINABALU, July 21 (Bernama) -- Sabah’s state sales tax collection for the main sectors as of June 30 this year stood at RM1.38 billion, the State Legislative Assembly was told today.

Malaysia’s 2026 TIV Forecast Revised Up To 800,000 Units On Stronger Demand -- MAA

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s total industry volume (TIV) is now projected to reach 800,000 units in 2026, up from the earlier forecast of 790,000 units, driven by stronger-than-expected demand, according to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).

EPIC Sees ECRL Spur Line Driving Revenue To RM700 Mln By 2030

KEMAMAN, July 21 (Bernama) -- EPIC Bhd expects the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, particularly the spur line to Kemaman Port, to be a key growth driver, with revenue projected to reach RM700 million by 2030.

RISDA Strengthens Efforts To Boost Rubber Productivity, Reduce Production Costs Amid Global Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW), through the Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (RISDA), will continue to strengthen efforts to increase rubber plantation productivity, reduce production costs, enhance marketing efficiency and promote income diversification for smallholders.

HLIB Optimistic On Sunway Property’s Bayshore Drive Development In Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) viewed Sunway Property Bhd’s project in Bayshore Drive, Singapore positively given the attractive acquisition price.

Malaysia Sees High Digital Service Adoption, 98 Pct Are Frequent Users

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- A total of 98 per cent of Malaysian respondents described themselves as frequent users of digital services, cementing the nation's status as a digital-first nation, according to IDEMIA Group's IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) study.

West Asia Conflict Could Add RM1.1 Bln To Construction Diesel Bill In 2026 - Juwai IQI

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The West Asia conflict could add RM1.1 billion to the construction industry’s diesel bill in 2026, given the higher average diesel price since the turmoil began, Juwai IQI co-founder and group chief executive officer Kashif Ansari said today.

Pos Malaysia Remains Focused On Reducing Losses Through Transformation Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- Pos Malaysia Bhd, under DRB-HICOM Bhd, remains focused on reducing losses through its transformation plan, supported by network rationalisation, expansion of digital channels and prudent management of its cost base and revenue mix.

BNM To Continue Promoting Two-Way Flows In Onshore Financial Market

By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue its efforts to promote two-way flows and deepen Malaysia’s onshore financial market through the measured liberalisation of its foreign exchange policy (FEP) framework, while safeguarding Malaysia’s financial and macroeconomic stability.

RON95 Subsidy Savings Used For Targeted Support, Food Security --MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- Savings generated from the targeted RON95 petrol subsidy mechanism are not being retained solely as a fiscal surplus, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said.

Gold Futures End Higher In Tandem With COMEX Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today in tandem with gains in gold prices on the US Commodity Exchange (COMEX).

BYD Sime Motors Launches First BYD Certified Outlet In Asia Pacific

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- BYD Sime Motors has launched BYD Certified, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker's official certified pre-owned vehicle programme, marking the establishment of the first BYD Certified outlet in the Asia Pacific region.