by Mike Choong | Sep 6, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers’ (FMM) Budget 2027 proposals underscore a vital imperative: shifting Malaysia’s manufacturing sector from low-cost assembly to high-value, tech-driven productivity. By advocating for a tiered SME tax framework, a 3% reinstated...
by Leni Marlina | Sep 4, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Seri Pajam subsidiary SPD Tech Valley Sdn Bhd has signed an SPA with Dunham-Bush Industries Sdn Bhd for 32 acres of industrial land in SPD Tech Valley, Senawang, Negri Sembilan. The purchase is part of Dunham-Bush’s phase one Malaysia expansion, estimated at RM172...
by Leni Marlina | Sep 4, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM) said manufacturing weakened in 1H26 after earlier stabilisation, based on its survey of 670 firms (72% SMEs). Weaker domestic and export demand pushed the business activity index down to 90 (from 103), with local sales...
by Leni Marlina | Jul 31, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Vitrox Corporation Bhd (KL: VITROX) jumped after posting a stronger-than-expected quarter, prompting analysts to raise earnings forecasts and target prices. Robust demand for AI infrastructure, an expanding product pipeline, and tax incentives are expected to drive...
by Mike Choong | Jul 11, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Perak, Selangor
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation’s (DFC) targeted deployment into Malaysia underscores the nation’s pivotal role in the realignment of global high-tech and critical resource supply chains. Empowered by a newly expanded US$205 billion global...
by Mike Choong | Jul 3, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Perak
Malaysia’s robust economic fundamentals are clearly reflected in the RM92.8 billion of approved investments secured in the first quarter of 2026. Driven heavily by a massive wave of digital transformation and AI infrastructure demand, the information and...
