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Akmal: Inflation to stay manageable at 1.5–2.5%

Government rolls out subsidies and financing to cushion cost‑of‑living pressures

Why Malaysia cannot hide from the Hormuz effect – Ahmad Ibrahim

With US-Iran tensions driving crude above $150 a barrel, Malaysia faces soaring costs, plunging ringgit, and the collapse of key industries—fuel subsidies and political comforts will no longer shield the economy

Malaysia does not need stimulus amid West Asia crisis – World Bank

Lead economist for Malaysia Apurva Sanghi says providing a stimulus now would only add to inflationary impulse

Malaysia’s inflation seen contained at 1.5–2.5% in 2026

BNM says cautious pricing and supportive policies will keep cost pressures manageable despite West Asia conflict

Oil price surge not all gain for producing nations, Tengku Zafrul warns

Mida chairman says Malaysia earns from oil but faces inflationary pressures and higher subsidies
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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders

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