KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — Loans to the private non-financial sector grew by 5.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) versus 5.2 per cent in 4Q 2024, amid sustained growth in outstanding loans and higher growth in outstanding corporate bonds.

The US tariffs has turned trade policy into a geopolitical earthquake, affecting beyond American ports or Chinese factories

PUTRAJAYA, April 30 — With approximately 219,015 active women-owned establishments recorded in Malaysia in 2022, Selangor remains at the top by contributing 15.9 per cent of the total number.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (Samenta) urged local businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), not to be over reliant on a single market in light of the United States’ (US) 90-day pause on reciprocal tariff while the 10 per cent baseline rate remains in place.

By Norrasyidah Arshad SELAYANG, Jan 18 — Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the state are encouraged to leverage the Visit Selangor Year (VSY) 2025 tourism campaign to promote their products. State executive councillor for women empowerment and social welfare Anfaal Saari said this effort...

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...

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 — Bank Negara Malaysia has said the transition to a green economy, while critical for addressing climate change, is leading to increased costs, a phenomenon termed “greenflation,” which could significantly affect businesses and consumers alike.

SHAH ALAM, Nov 19 — The Selangor government has suggested the federal government distribute five per cent of its reserve funds to all states.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has encouraged multinational companies investing in Malaysia to collaborate with local small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — The government is urged to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by raising the taxable income threshold for the 15 per cent tax rate from RM150,000 to RM300,000, following the introduction of the new RM1,700 minimum wage.

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, Oct 19 — The Selangor Smart City and Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) 2024 gathered industry leaders, digital innovators, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to explore the future of e-commerce and the transformative impact of digital tools on business...

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 25 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) organised a workshop on the Implementation of the Industry Readiness Assessment Framework for 5G Services in Malaysia.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — Selangor’s vision to nurture 300 entrepreneurs in high-impact industries over the coming years is set to create a positive ripple effect on the national economy, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. He said the state’s strategic focus on...

JASIN, Sept 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged successful companies and the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector to collaborate with Community-Based Rehabilitation Centres (PPDK) to elevate the potential of the disabled community.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 — As of June this year, 1,167 small and medium enterprise (SME) workplaces across the country have participated in the Stepwise OSH Level Verification and Enhancement for Small and Medium Enterprises (SOLVE 4 SME) programme.

By Danial Dzulkifly SELANGOR is boldly cementing its position as a digital innovation leader, with a sharp focus on adopting Industry 4.0 solutions. The state is embarking on an ambitious journey to drive digital transformation across various sectors as it aims to revolutionise its economic...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Digital transformation is essential for small and medium enterprises (SMES) to offset the increased costs from the hike in the service tax, according to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, June 21 – Selangor Advance, a special fund set up by the state administration, has channelled over RM1.1 billion in financing to help local businesses strengthen their cash flow and keep them afloat. In a statement today, it announced that over 4,600...

By Selangor Journal Team SHAH ALAM, March 22 — A total of 500 Digital Rahmah coupons worth RM10 each were distributed to the visitors at the Hijrah Bazaar in Alam Impian yesterday.  State executive councillor for entrepreneurship Mohd Najwan Halimi said the initiative is in conjunction with...

BERLIN, March 14 – Malaysia’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should work towards achieving international guidelines and compliance to penetrate the global market.