Distributive Trade

Distributive trade encompasses wholesale and retail operations, including hypermarkets, superstores, department stores, and direct sales. This sector is overseen by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living. Petroleum-related projects fall under the purview of the Petroleum Development Act 1974 (PDA), while franchising is regulated by Perbadanan Nasional Berhad (PERNAS).

18.03%

Domestic Investments

(RM1.46 bil)

RM8.1 bil

Total Approved Investments
in 2024

80%

81.97%

Foreign Investments

(RM6.64 bil)

RM8.1 bil

Total Approved Investments
in 2024

18.03%

Domestic Investments

(RM1.46 bil)

81.97%

Foreign Investments

(RM6.64 bil)

1,411

Approved Projects

in 2024

54,678

Job Opportunities

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Malaysia’s capital was voted one of the best shopping destinations in the world thanks to its healthy mix of variety, friendliness, and value for money.

(Source: CEOWorld Magazine, 2019)

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Other Services – Distributive Trade

1,411

54,678

Kuala Lumpur, Among Top 20 Best Cities in the World for Shopping

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