BPMB Provides RM97.63 Mln Financing Facility To Johor's Coronade Properties

JOHOR BAHRU, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd (BPMB) today formalised a RM97.63 million Term Financing-i facility with Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd (CPSB) to fund public infrastructure works for Coronation Square, an integrated mixed-use development in Johor Bahru.

Airwallex Secures Majority Stake In Indonesia’s PT Skye Sab

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- Airwallex has acquired majority ownership of PT Skye Sab Indonesia, a PJP Category 1 licence holder, strengthening its position across Southeast Asia and expanding access to its global financial infrastructure for Indonesian merchants.

Abu Dhabi Launches FIDA Cluster To Drive Future Finance

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- Abu Dhabi has unveiled the FinTech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Assets (FIDA) cluster, a major new initiative aimed at accelerating next-generation financial innovation and strengthening the emirate’s role as a global capital hub.

Helical Fusion Signs Japan’s First Fusion-Energy Power Purchase Agreement

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd (Helical Fusion) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for fusion energy with Aoki Super Co Ltd (Aoki Super), a major regional supermarket chain in central Japan.

PNB, GLICs To Develop 10 Bumiputera Champion Firms

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB), together with other Government-Linked Investment Companies (GLICs), is committed to driving the 10 Bumiputera Champions initiative to create 10 companies, each with a market capitalisation or enterprise value of at least RM500 million by 2030.

LPPSA Boosts Funding Strategy Via Rated Sukuk Programme, Supporting Govt's fiscal Aspiration

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- The Public Sector Home Financing Board (LPPSA) is set to make history by launching its first-rated sukuk programme next year, a strategic move aimed at expanding its funding ecosystem while supporting the government’s efforts in prudently managing the country’s liabilities. 

Malaysia’s Banking Sector Resilient Amid Tariff Pressures, Expected To Hold Steady In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking sector ended 2025 on a firmer footing, charting steady loan growth, stable asset quality and sustained profitability despite a year clouded by global trade tensions, while the outlook for next year remains steady amid a diversified portfolio.

Helical Fusion Secures US$5.5 Mln In Series A Extension Funding

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd (Helical Fusion), a developer of next-generation clean energy through nuclear fusion, has completed its Series A Extension round, raising approximately US$5.5 million (US$1 = RM4.10).

Targeted Subsidy Doesn't Increase National Debt, Savings Up To RM4 Bln Per Year -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The implementation of targeted subsidy does not increase national debt, but rather an important strategy to reduce long-term liabilities, stabilise the fiscal position and strengthen investor confidence in Malaysia’s economic prospects.

Basic Medical And Health Insurance Introduced In 2027 To Be A Standalone Product -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The basic medical and health insurance (MHIT) to be introduced in early 2027 will be a standalone product and not linked to investments, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF).

Dewan Rakyat Approves RM14.63 Bln Transfer To Development Fund

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The Dewan Rakyat today approved the Finance Ministry’s motion to transfer RM14.631 billion of the remaining Malaysian Government Investment Issues (MGII) proceeds for the August-December 2025 period to the Development Fund.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower As Market Sentiment Turns Cautious

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pared earlier losses to end marginally lower today as cautious sentiment prevailed ahead of the US Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting next week.