SME News
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2025-05-19
US Tariffs: Malaysia’s proactive strategies come at critical time
KUCHING (May 19): The Malaysian government’s six-pronged strategy to ensure economic stability in the face of retaliatory tariffs from the United States has been lauded as proactive and timely. Announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ib...
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2025-05-18
Malaysia’s 4.4% GDP growth in Q1 propelled by 6% spurt in March
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 4.4% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to 4.9% in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the Department of Statistics. Quarter-on-quarter seasonally adjusted, Q1 2025 ...
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2025-05-17
Job contracts stamping rule could hurt SMEs
PETALING JAYA: The requirement for all employment contracts to be stamped by the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) could impose significant financial and administrative burden, especially on small and medium enterprises (SMEs), say industry players. The...
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2025-05-17
Economic resilience bolsters US investor confidence in Malaysia — AmCham
KUALA LUMPUR (May 17): Malaysia’s economic growth of 4.4% in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q2025) is a positive indicator of resilience and broadly reflects the stable business environment experienced by members of the American Malaysian Chamber ...
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2025-05-16
Asean chair boost for halal industry to go regional
THE Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) can be the platform to expand the country’s halal industries across Asean countries. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that through Matrade, Malaysia cou...