KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Malaysia’s 2024 gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow by 5.1 per cent compared to the 3.6 per cent growth recorded in 2023, supported by positive growth across all sectors, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 — Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth is projected to remain resilient at 4.5 per cent in 2025 compared to 5.2 per cent in 2024, driven by strong export performance and sustained domestic demand, said OCBC senior Asean economist Lavanya Venkateswaran.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 — BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, projected Malaysia’s economy to be resilient in 2024, with a real gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast of 5.0 per cent, supported by robust investment and resilient consumption.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 — The economy is expected to grow steadily this year by over 5 per cent, supported by strategic investment, robust fiscal management and economic resilience, said the Finance Ministry.

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Jan 6 — Malaysia's economy is poised for steady growth in 2025, with gross domestic product (GDP) projected to range between 4.0 and 5.5 per cent. This is despite looming global economic challenges, including the potential escalation of United States (US)-China...

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 3 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed gratitude for Malaysia's strong economic performance, thanks to the combined efforts of the leadership team and civil servants at every level.

SINGAPORE, Jan 1 — Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has announced that the country's economy grew by four per cent in 2024, "exceeding expectations", reported Xinhua.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The government should ensure the country’s household debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio at 65 or 70 per cent, said Senator Mohd Hasbie Muda.

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Dec 2 — Selangor’s financial management and economic strategies have earned the state a hypothetical AAA rating from a prominent economist, who praised its near-debt-free status and strong gross domestic product (GDP) growth. Bank Muamalat chief economist...

By Danial Dzulkifly SHAH ALAM, Nov 26 — Selangor’s contribution to Malaysia’s gross domestic product is expected to rise to 26.4 per cent in 2025, up from 25.9 per cent last year and the projected 26.1 per cent this year, according to a prominent economist. Bank Muamalat chief economist Mohd...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 — A total of 120,183 expatriates were in Malaysia as of October 31, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 — Research firm BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, has raised its 2025 Malaysia gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 4.7 per cent from 4.6 per cent previously, “which would be in line with the country’s pre-pandemic standards.” It said the updated forecast would fall...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 — Malaysia’s economic growth will remain modest for the rest of 2024, citing weakening external demand and ongoing global policy uncertainties, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 — The trend of declining fiscal deficit reflects the government’s commitment to reducing the debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio, ensuring it stays below 60 per cent in the medium term, as stipulated by the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 — An increase in investment inflows, improved tax collection relative to the gross domestic product (GDP), and a narrower fiscal deficit are positive catalysts expected to drive Malaysia's economy to grow between 5.0 per cent and 5.5 per cent in 2024 and 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 — Growth for countries in Asean is forecast to be at a robust 4.6 per cent this year and 4.7 per cent in 2025, largely supported by strong domestic demand and exports, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said yesterday.

By Amar Shah Mohsen SHAH ALAM, Nov 1 — Selangor’s rapid growth in recent years makes it possible for the state to contribute a remarkable 30 per cent to the nation’s gross domestic product by the end of its current term in 2028. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul...

HANOI, Oct 21 — Vietnam's gross domestic product is expected to grow by 6.8 per cent to 7.0 per cent this year, Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính told Parliament today.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Malaysia's economy is projected to grow between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent in 2025, against 4.8 per cent and 5.3 per cent in 2024, said the Finance Ministry (MOF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 — The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry, including e-commerce, has generated RM427.7 billion for Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023 compared to RM411.6 billion in 2022, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).