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Malaysia Labour Market Holds Steady at 3.0% Despite Rising Jobless Figures
While national unemployment remains stable, a slight uptick in job losses warrants close observation as the economy navigates evolving fiscal policies.
Ringgit Gains Ground as Investors Await Pivotal US Federal Reserve Decision
The local currency saw a marginal uptick against the US dollar this morning as global markets prepare for upcoming monetary policy announcements.
MAHA 2026 Hits RM66 Million Sales Milestone With RM10 Billion Investment Goal
The government is positioning Malaysia’s flagship agriculture exhibition as a primary engine for long-term economic investment and food security.
Ringgit Forecast to Trade Between RM4.04 and RM4.06 Next Week
The local currency faces renewed downward pressure as regional market trends weigh on the ringgit against the US dollar.
Malaysia Pushes for Deeper E-commerce Integration with China
Government aims to boost market access for local high-quality goods through a reciprocal cross-border digital trade strategy.
Paydibs Rolls Out Flexible Revenue-Based Financing for Local Merchants
Paydibs introduces a six-month financing model that allows Malaysian businesses to repay loans based on their weekly transaction performance.
Why Malaysian SMEs Must Consider Keyman Insurance for Long-term Stability
Protecting your business from the sudden loss of a critical team member is a vital strategy for maintaining operational continuity and financial health.
Malaysian SMEs Must Maintain ESG Standards Despite EU Regulatory Shifts
While European reporting mandates for small businesses have loosened, commercial demand for sustainability data remains a critical barrier for Malaysian exporters.
Malaysia Manufacturing Growth Stays Positive Despite August PMI Slowdown
Growth in the manufacturing sector persists but at a reduced pace as businesses navigate a cooling demand environment.
Paydibs Enters Merchant Financing Market to Support Malaysian SME Cash Flow
The payment solutions provider is partnering with Anchor Capital to offer digital working capital options based on transaction performance.
Selangor International Business Summit Sets RM8 Billion Target for 10th Milestone
The four-day event in October aims to catalyze international trade and industrial growth through extensive business-matching sessions.
StoreHub Secures ShardLab Funding as Transaction Volume Hits US$3.5 Billion
The regional commerce platform will partner with the Hashed-backed venture studio to develop new payment and rewards services for merchants and consumers.
Ringgit Retreats Amid Global Economic Anxiety and US Policy Uncertainty
The local currency weakened as investors braced for geopolitical risks and high-stakes signals from the upcoming Jackson Hole symposium.
TikTok Shop to Impose 6% SST on Shipping Fees Starting September
Sellers will be responsible for the tax on delivery service charges beginning mid-September 2026.
CelcomDigi Unveils Sophia AI to Simplify Digital Adoption for Malaysian SMEs
The new AI agent aims to assist small businesses with digital transformation without requiring complex operational overhauls.
CelcomDigi Commercialises Sophia AI to Automate SME Workflows Nationwide
The telecommunications giant is moving beyond basic AI assistants by offering Malaysian businesses a platform capable of executing complex, multi-system operational tasks.
Boost Launches Digital Banking Platform for Malaysian SMEs
The new platform integrates payments, financing, and banking services into a single ecosystem for small businesses.
Pepper Labs Launches 50,000 AI Training Spots for Malaysians
The initiative marks the company’s 11th anniversary and focuses on expanding sovereign and agentic AI capabilities across the nation.
Malaysian SMEs Face Mounting Pressure to Adopt Green Business Practices
Small and medium enterprises are increasingly required to provide environmental data to satisfy the demands of larger corporate buyers.
MDV Partners with Funding Societies to Boost SME Working Capital
Malaysia Debt Ventures and Funding Societies are collaborating to provide increased financing options for local technology-driven small and medium enterprises.
Retailers Anticipate Economic Boost From Potential Malaysian F1 Return
A retail industry group suggests that the revival of Formula One in Malaysia could significantly stimulate spending for local small businesses.
