FDI Inflows, Overseas Expansion Reflect Malaysia’s Growing Economic Strength – Economists

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ability to attract strong foreign direct investment (FDI) while domestic companies continue expanding overseas underscores the country’s growing economic strength, competitiveness and investor confidence in the country’s long-term prospects, economists said.

Ringgit Extends Gains On Strong Malaysian Economic Data

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains to close higher against the US dollar and other major currencies, as well as ASEAN peers, on Wednesday, supported by stronger-than-expected economic data in Malaysia, which boosted investor confidence and market sentiment.

AEON Credit Fined RM520,000 For Failure To Comply With TFS Requirements - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- AEON Credit Service (M) Bhd (AEON Credit) has been fined RM520,000 for failing to to comply with requirements relating to targeted financial sanctions (TFS). 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher As Bargain Hunters Return

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished higher on Wednesday as bargain-hunting activities emerged following recent pullback in the market, analysts said. 

Govt Has No Plans To Expand Fuel Subsidy Programme --  Liew 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The government has no plans to expand the fuel subsidy programme after the recent adjustment in subsidised diesel prices, said Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday On Bargain Hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama)  -- Bursa Malaysia was higher at midday, supported by persistent bargain hunting across most sectors, led by healthcare stocks, analysts said.

Malaysia FDI Jumps 41.2 Pct To RM65.9 Bln In 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s foreign direct investment (FDI) rose 41.2 per cent to RM65.9 billion in 2025 from RM46.7 billion a year earlier, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM) said.

Ringgit Eases Slightly On Expectations Of Higher US Rates -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit has edged lower this year on expectations that US interest rates will remain elevated, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said, though the currency continues to be underpinned by strong domestic fundamentals.

Malaysia's Onshore FX Market Remains Healthy, Daily Turnover Rises To US$21.3 Bln -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s onshore foreign exchange (FX) market remains healthy, with the average daily FX turnover rising to US$21.3 billion as of June this year, as compared with US$19.8 billion in 2025, according to Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Financial Markets Committee (FMC).

Political, GE16 Speculations Not Main Factors Driving Foreign Investors' Decisions - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Speculations on politics and the potential 16th General Election (GE16) are not the main factors influencing foreign investors' decisions, although political stability remains an important consideration in determining investment destinations.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Decline Amid Persistent Uncertainties

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) --  Bursa Malaysia extended its losses on Tuesday as investors remained on the sidelines amid persistent uncertainties and the absence of significant market catalysts, an analyst said.

Japan’s Non-Life Insurance Segment Outlook Remains Stable - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained its stable outlook on Japan’s non-life insurance segment, citing factors including rising interest rates and the introduction of the Japan Insurance Capital Standard (J-ICS).