Malaysia’s air traffic recovery to hit 94 pct in 2024 - MIDF
Malaysia's aviation passenger traffic is forecast to recover to 94% this year, a sharp increase from the 4% growth initially projected.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Foreign investors remain net buyers of equities for 5th consecutive week - MIDF Research
The sectors with the highest net foreign inflows last week were transportation and logistics (RM221.4 million), MIDF Research said.
Mon May 27 2024
Foreign investors remain net buyers for third consecutive week on Bursa Malaysia
As for Asia, the research house added that foreign investors continued to purchase Asian equities for the third week in a row.
Tue Feb 13 2024
Malaysia's exports of goods set to rebound due to upbeat global outlook - MIDF Research
Malaysia's exports of goods are expected to rebound and grow at 5.2 per cent this year from a contraction of -8.0 per cent in 2023.
Fri Feb 02 2024
Job market expected to strengthen further in 2023, 2024
Malaysia's labour market is expected to strengthen further in 2023 and 2024, backed by the positive impetuses in the domestic economy, MIDF Research said.
Thu Aug 10 2023
Foreign inflow on Bursa Malaysia rises to its highest since March
MIDF Research said that the foreign investors net sold RM18.6 million on Monday but turned into net buyers for the rest of the week.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Govt likely to cut RON95, diesel prices to soften living cost pressure
This also means that the govt would have an additional RM4.31 billion in fiscal expenditure, which can be utilised for other objectives.
Tue Jul 25 2023
ASEAN countries Including Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia saw foreign outflow last week, says MIDF Research
Indonesia recorded the highest net foreign outflow at US$139.6 million, said MIDF Research.
Mon May 15 2023
Philippines records highest weekly foreign outflow in ASEAN, Malaysia sees marginal improvement - MIDF
MIDF said the weekly net outflow of foreign funds from the Malaysian equity market reduced slightly by 3.8 pct to RM536 million last week.
Mon Mar 20 2023
Increase in development expenditure to provide impetus for more inclusive economy
The significant increase in gross DE in Budget 2023 is in line with the aspiration of the 12MP and will provide the necessary impetus for a more inclusive boost to the economy.
Sat Oct 08 2022
Banks may still benefit from lower credit costs, OPR hike
MIDF said the banking sector is often synonymous with high dividend yields, with several names offering yields above 4.0 per cent.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Malaysia's inflationary pressure to remain stable with the receding global commodity prices: MIDF
MIDF Research said Malaysia's palm oil price has been trending downward below RM4,000 per tonne mark since early July 2022.
Tue Jul 19 2022
Bank Negara Malaysia set to raise policy rate again - Moody's
According to Moody's, BNM hiked the rate in May, lifting it from the record low where it had languished for nearly two years.
Mon Jul 04 2022
New ceiling prices for chicken, eggs to help curb big rise in food inflation - MIDF
The move to set new ceiling prices for chicken and eggs will help to limit potentially larger adjustment.
Thu Jun 30 2022
MIDF Research positive on O&G sector following Petronas capex announcement
However, MIDF Research said it remained cautious on the inflation impact on prices of Petronas' retail sector.
Mon Jun 13 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024