Sabah Floods: Banking Sector Commits To Financial Relief For Affected Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) – The banking industry has pledged wide-ranging financial relief and assistance to communities in Sabah affected by the recent floods.

Malaysia Ready To Lead The Integrated Halal-Islamic Finance Economy - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is ready to take the lead in building an integrated halal–Islamic finance economy that will deliver inclusive growth and prosperity, not only for Muslims, but also for the global community, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

Anwar: Islamic Finance Must Shape Next Generation Of Leaders

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Islamic finance must continue to play a central role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while nurturing the next generation of ethical leaders.

Public Bank 2Q Net Profit Slips To RM1.76 Bln Due To Lower Non-Taxable Income Effect

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd registers a slightly lower net profit of RM1.76 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, compared to RM1.78 billion recorded in the same period last year, due to the effect of lower non-taxable income in the current year.

Digital Bank: A Promising Start, With More To Unfold

By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's digital banking journey is making good progress and has great promise in addressing unserved and underserved segments, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. 

Maybank Appoints Malique Firdauz As New Officer-In-Charge Of Maybank Islamic

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Maybank has appointed its current chief financial officer Malique Firdauz Ahmad Sidique as officer-in-charge (OIC) for Maybank’s group chief executive officer (CEO), Islamic Banking and CEO, Maybank Islamic Bhd (MIB) effective today. 

SMCCI, Maybank Ink MoU To Boost Halal Intiative, SMEs Growth In JS-SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SMCCI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Maybank Singapore Ltd to advance Halal-focused initiatives and support the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in both countries. 

Malaysia Gold Association Establishes Shariah Advisory Board

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) has recently appointed its first Shariah Advisory Board (SAB), a significant step forward in providing Shariah governance, upholding ethical standards, and fostering greater confidence in Malaysia’s gold industry.

Bank Muamalat Advances Islamic Finance To Drive Socioeconomic Growth In Sabah

TAWAU, July 5 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad is advancing Islamic finance to drive socioeconomic development through various social finance initiatives, said its president and chief executive officer, Khairul Kamarudin.

Banks To Begin Charging Service Tax On Financial Services From July 1 Under Expanded Scope

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Member banks of Malaysia's banking associations will begin implementing the service tax on relevant financial services in phases from July 1, 2025, in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department.

Azman Hashim: Scaling Challenges, Shaping Finance

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- With over 60 years of experience in the banking industry, Tan Sri Azman Hashim stands not only as an icon of Malaysian finance but also as a remarkable businessman, passionate sportsman, avid singer and dedicated philanthropist.

Bank Muamalat's New Branch In Melaka Underscores Commitment To Expanding Islamic Banking

MELAKA, June 9 (Bernama) -- The opening of Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd’s new branch in Melaka, launched today, strengthens the bank’s commitment to expanding its Islamic banking network and services in the state.