Inflation Expected To Remain Between 1.5 And 2.5 Pct This Year - Akmal Nasrullah

PUTRAJAYA, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Economy Ministry expects Malaysia's inflation rate to remain under control at between 1.5 and 2.5 per cent throughout this year despite pressure from the energy supply crisis and global geopolitical uncertainties.

Improved Market Sentiment Lifts Ringgit At Opening

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its upward momentum, opening firmer on Monday against the US dollar and other major currencies, supported by improved risk sentiment following signs of easing geopolitical tensions.

CIDB Appoints Ahmad Farrin As New Chief Executive

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has appointed Ahmad Farrin Mokhtar as its new chief executive effective June 8, succeeding Zainora Zainal who retired on Jan 15.

Karamjit Singh And The Changing Face Of Malaysian Rallying

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 (Bernama) -- More than two decades after becoming the first Asian driver to win the FIA Production World Rally Championship (PWRC) title, Karamjit Singh is still doing what he loves most - racing.

Malaysia Weathers 100 Days Of Global Energy Crisis, Supplies Remain Stable

PUTRAJAYA, June 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains in a relatively strong position with sufficient supplies of fuel, food and essential medicines, thanks to early intervention and coordinated crisis management efforts, says Prime Minister's Economic Adviser Nurhisham Hussein.

Selangor's Northern Corridor Has Potential To Become State's Future Economic Hub

SHAH ALAM, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Government's focus on developing the northern corridor, which includes Hulu Selangor and Kuala Selangor, has the potential to transform the area into a new economic hub for the state.

Short-term Rates Set To Remain Stable Next Week On BNM Operations

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Short-term interbank rates are expected to remain stable next week, supported by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) continued operations to absorb excess liquidity from the financial system.

Higher BI-Rate, Fuel Price Hike Test Indonesia's Economic Balancing Act

By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

JAKARTA, June 13 (Bernama) -- Indonesia's decision to raise the BI-Rate and increase non-subsidised fuel prices within days highlights the government's effort to support the rupiah and ease fiscal pressures, although the measures are expected to add pressure on households and businesses, analysts say.

Rubber Market Likely Volatile, Mild Downtrend Next Week - Analyst

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is anticipated to remain volatile next week, displaying a slight downward trend due to ongoing global uncertainties, said industry expert Denis Low.

KLCI Futures Likely To Remain Positive Next Week

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract is likely to maintain a constructive near-term outlook, supported by easing geopolitical concerns, improving global risk sentiment, and a relatively stable domestic macroeconomic environment.