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Malaysia’s economy grew 4.7% in 2025, at the upper end of BNM’s forecast

With sustained domestic demand and higher net exports, Malaysia’s GDP growth is expected to stay within the 4.0% to 4.8% range for the year

Bank Negara unveils interim measures to ease rising insurance premiums

Policyholders to see gradual adjustments over three years, with premium hikes capped under 10% annually for most

Malaysia’s inflation to average 2-3.5% in 2025

This includes targeted RON95 fuel subsidies and an expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST)

Ringgit’s growth driven by strong economic bases: BNM governor

Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour says projected growth rate of 4-5% this year also a positive factor contributing to local currency’s strength

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Subsidised RON95: how cheap is Malaysia’s fuel compared to neighbours?

There has been a spate of viral videos showing vehicles from neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore being filled with Malaysia's heavily subsidised RON95 petrol, indicating a blatant disregard for local laws.

MACC probes IJM over alleged RM2.5bil money laundering scheme, Sunway takeover at risk

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is probing IJM Corporation over alleged money laundering and possible share price manipulation involving RM2.5bil, a probe that could jeopardise Sunway Group’s proposed RM11.5bil takeover of the construction giant

Jakim, Islamic affairs get RM2 bil under Budget 2025

This includes maintenance for educational infrastructure under dept, increased Kafa teacher quota, rehabilitation for GISB kids

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