Approved Investments Rise To RM218.5 Bln In First Half Of 2026 - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) --  Malaysia’s approved investments rose 11.7 per cent to RM218.5 billion in the first half of 2026, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

MSMEs Loan Facilities, Financing Guarantees Increased To RM57 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Loan facilities and financing guarantees for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will be increased to RM57 billion in 2027 from RM50 billion, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Global Services Hub To Enjoy 5 Pct Preferential Tax Rate From Jan 1, 2027 - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The government plans to improve the Global Services Hub (GSH) tax incentive by implementing a preferential tax rate of five per cent on income generated from GSH activities for new companies, starting Jan 1, 2027, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia’s Trade Grows 22.4 Pct In 1H 2026, MoF Urges Supply Chain Diversification

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s trade remained resilient in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), with total trade rising 22.4 per cent to RM1.795 trillion, but the country needs to strengthen supply chains and diversify its export markets and import sources to cushion future external shocks, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) said.

Need Systematic Approach To Identify Inputs, Risk, Intervention - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) – A more systematic approach is required to identify critical inputs, monitor concentrated supply risks and coordinate early intervention in mitigating adverse impact resulting from geopolitical uncertainties, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).  

CILTM Sabah Calls For Logistics To Be Included In State Transport Masterplan

LABUAN, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section has called for logistics to be explicitly included in the proposed Sabah Sustainable Transport Master Plan to ensure the integrated planning of transport infrastructure and supply chains.

Budget MADANI 2027: Growth That Pays Off For Malaysians

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail, Niam Seet Wei and S.Kisho Kumari

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Budget 2027, totalling RM459.8 billion, aims to turn resilient economic growth into real gains for the people with better wages, smarter targeted support, stronger fiscal discipline and a bold push towards higher-value industries.

TCab Tech, Sidec Explore Commercialisation Of E20 Flying Taxi

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec) and CChina’sTCab Tech have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore commercialisation opportunities for the Chinese company’s five-seater electric flying taxi in Malaysia.

Domestic Demand, Investments To Continue To Drive Malaysia’s Growth Trajectory At 4.2-5.2 Pct In 2027

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is projected to expand by a commendable 4.2-5.2 per cent in 2027, from 4.8-5.3 per cent this year, supported by sustained domestic demand, favourable labour market conditions, continued income growth and firm investment activity, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) today.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Higher At Midday Ahead Of Budget 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained higher at midday supported by continued buying in selected heavyweight stocks, particularly in the consumer products and services, telecommunications and media, as well as industrial products and services sectors, ahead of the tabling of Budget 2027.

Toluna Founder To Step Down As CEO After 25 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Toluna Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Frédéric Charles Petit, plans to step down from the role following the appointment of his successor, as the consumer insights and market research technology company begins a planned leadership transition.

MAG Strengthens MRO, Engineering Capabilities Through Seven Strategic Partnerships

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is strengthening its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), as well as engineering and supply chain operations through seven strategic partnerships with global aviation, engineering, technology and logistics companies.