Planters face earnings pressure from Budget 2027 wage rise
CIMB Securities forecasts larger earnings reductions than PublicInvest Research, while both expect palm oil prices to help cushion higher labour costs.
EV, Energy & Manufacturing
Electric vehicles, energy, industry and manufacturing.
Hamzah proposes national rare earth body modelled on PETRONAS
The opposition leader also called for a nuclear power roadmap, including a legal framework and an independent regulator.
Malaysia plans broader growth and export base to reduce semiconductor dependence
The government will focus on higher-value E&E activities while exploring export destinations in Central Asia, Africa and Latin America.
EPMB and Hebei Shichang plan RM100 million Proton fuel tank plant
The Batang Kali facility could manufacture 200,000 fuel tanks annually, with supplies to Proton Tanjung Malim scheduled to begin in March 2027.
Budget 2027 raises rubber incentive to RM3.30 per kg
The smallholders’ association also seeks 100 per cent assistance for oil palm replanting and a review of the minimum land requirement for aid.
Manufacturing sales reach RM185.0 billion as August growth accelerates
Electrical and electronic equipment led the increase, with sales rising 22.6 per cent, according to DOSM.
Manufacturers face haze-related disruption and cost pressures
FMM wants Budget 2027 incentives for pollution prevention and environmental technologies, including help with workplace air monitoring and filtration.
MGTC proposes return of solar funding and rate rebates for Budget 2027
The proposed GTFS 6.0 rebates would range from 1.5% to 2%. The current scheme does not offer either rebates or financial support for solar projects.
Malaysia calls for closer regional energy cooperation at Azec meeting
Discussions covered supply security, low-carbon technologies and voluntary oil storage expansion, while an ammonia fuel feasibility study agreement was signed.
Fadillah urges shared responsibility for Malaysia’s green transition
He outlined roles for industry, financiers, researchers and communities, while Arthur Kurup highlighted government policy and financing initiatives.
