SME News
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2025-06-24
Matrade champions benchmarking initiative in Kedah
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) is strengthening efforts to boost global competitiveness among Malaysian exporters in the northern region through structured benchmarking programmes focused on enhancing orga...
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2025-06-24
Stats Dept: Malaysia’s leading index edges up 0.5pc in April, driven by jump in semiconductor imports, new business registrations
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Malaysia’s leading index (LI) maintained its positive annual growth at a rate of 0.5 per cent, registering 113.6 points in April 2025 versus 113.0 points in April 2024, according to the Department of Statistics Mal...
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2025-06-24
Malaysia navigating global challenges in digital transformation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is navigating a complex global environment shaped by geopolitical tensions, ongoing trade wars and the impact of tariffs across industries. Despite these challenges, the country is presented with significant opportuniti...
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2025-06-23
Bank credit costs seen rising on SME strain
CREDIT costs in the Malaysian banking sector are expected to edge higher as economic growth slows and risks mount within the small and medium enterprise (SME) segment. CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd, in its latest report on historical asset qu...
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2025-06-23
Building globally competitive firms to drive Malaysia's economic development
MALAYSIA’S economic journey since the 1960s has been marked by progress, diversification and industrialisation. The transition to high-income status is steadily being pursued through bold policy choices and long-term planning. Khazanah Nasio...

