Ringgit appreciates vs US dollar in early trade
Stephen Innes said the steadier crude oil prices earlier this week have also provided support for the local note.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Govt has enough money to continue fuel subsidy, says Tengku Zafrul
The government still has sufficient funds to continue to provide fuel subsidies to the people despite rising global crude oil prices.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Subsidies may touch RM71 bln in 2022, inflation contained, says Finance Minister
Malaysia is expected to fork out higher total subsidies in 2022 to the tune of RM71 billion, while petrol subsidies alone will touch RM30 billion amid the rise in crude oil prices.
Thu May 26 2022
Soaring oil prices gives govt room to continue fuel subsidies - Mustapa
The soaring world crude oil prices currently give some room to the government to continue providing fuel subsidies, says Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Inflation rate expected to be at 2.1 pct in 2022
The inflation rate is forecast to record 2.1 per cent in 2022, following better economic prospects and stable crude oil prices.
Fri Oct 29 2021
Ringgit higher vs greenback after PERMAI announcement
A dealer said that crude oil prices are expected to stabilise in line with the progress in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Inflation expected to normalise at 2.5 pct next year
Malaysia's inflation is expected to normalise at 2.5 per cent next year in line with better economic prospects and higher crude oil prices.
Fri Nov 06 2020
RON95, RON97 down three sen, diesel down five sen
The government would continue to monitor the trends of global crude oil prices and take appropriate measures to ensure the peoples welfare and well-being continue to be protected.
Fri Sep 18 2020
RON95, RON97 down four sen, diesel down five sen per litre - MOF
The decline in the retail prices of petroleum products is due to changes in refined product prices, in line with current crude oil prices.
Fri Jul 24 2020
RON97 and RON95 down 4 sen, diesel down 2 sen per litre
This reduce is due to changes in refined product prices, in line with current crude oil prices.
Fri Jul 03 2020
Ringgit stabilises, continues uptrend - Johari
The increase was attributed to several factors, including the rise in the Brent crude oil prices in the first six months of this year and the inflow of non-resident portfolio funds.
Mon Jul 24 2017
Rubber market expected to be quiet next week
A dealer says sentiment is also expected to remain cautious amid a stronger ringgit as well as global crude oil prices movement.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Subsidies should be withdrawn when world oil prices drop - Annuar
He says the fall in oil prices has a significant impact on the country's revenue which is used to finance part of the subsidies for welfare of the people.
Sun Mar 12 2017
Oil prices down five percent in January as rising U.S. output offsets OPEC-led cuts
Brent crude futures, the international benchmark for oil prices, were trading at $55.25 per barrel at 0112 GMT, virtually unchanged from their last close.
Tue Jan 31 2017
A roller coaster ride for Bursa Malaysia and its peers in 2016
Political turmoil, subzero interest rates, depreciating crude oil prices and the upset victory of Donald Trump in the most contentious US election in recent history, sent shockwaves to global markets.
Sat Dec 31 2016
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