HLIB Expects Fiscal Deficit To Narrow To 3.8 Pct in 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) expects the fiscal deficit to be narrowed to 3.8 per cent this year (2024: -4.1 per cent), as announced in Budget 2025.

Middle East Geopolitical Tensions And Their Short-term Impact On Malaysia - Amir Hamzah 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are having a short-term impact on Malaysia, particularly in terms of economic stability, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

SME Bank’s RM211 Mln Strategic Initiative To Support MSME Growth – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) -- The launch of a strategic initiative worth RM211 million by Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank) is set to support the sustainable and inclusive growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) segment.

Kota MADANI Project To Begin In 3Q, Costing RM4 Bln

PUTRAJAYA, June 24 (Bernama) -- The phased development of Kota MADANI in Precinct 19, Putrajaya — a government quarters project — is set to begin in the third quarter (3Q) of this year, with an estimated total cost of RM4 billion.

Format, Sample Of Dividend Voucher Now Available On IRB Portal

PUTRAJAYA, June 24 (Bernama) -- The format and sample of a dividend voucher is now available on the official Inland Revenue Board (IRB) portal at www.hasil.gov.my.

SST Expansion To Have Limited Direct Impact On GDP, Inflation -- RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Sales and Service Tax (SST) expansion is expected to have a limited direct impact on gross domestic product (GDP) and inflation, as it primarily targets discretionary items and selected service sectors, according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

RON95 Subsidy Cut To Come First, Carbon Tax Expected In 2026 – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- The government will prioritise the rationalisation of RON95 petrol subsidy this year before introducing a carbon tax in 2026, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Malaysia Eyes Japan Market With Sustainable Palm-based Products Under MSPO 2.0 - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to expand the reach of its downstream and value-added palm-based products to Japan, particularly specialty fats, tocotrienols, red palm oil, and palm biomass-based medium-density fibreboard for housing and furniture applications.

SST: Property Sector To Be Cushioned By Demand For Industrial Properties -- RHB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 (Bernama) -- The overall impact of the revised sales and service tax (SST) on the property sector can be cushioned by the “healthy” demand for industrial properties, said RHB Investment Bank Bhd.

SST Revision, Expansion For Equitable Taxation, Protection Of Vulnerable Groups -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The Sales and Service Tax (SST) revision and expansion exemplify the government’s commitment to progressive and equitable taxation that strengthens fiscal position while protecting those who need it most, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan

Tax Experts: Targeted SST Review Supports Fiscal Health

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- The revision of Sales Tax rates and the expansion of the Service Tax scope form part of targeted fiscal measures to keep the nation’s finances on a sustainable path, tax experts said.

Petronas Subsidiaries Mixed In Early Session Amid Workforce Cut Announcement