Malaysia’s Services Account Surplus Marks Stronger Economic Rebound -- Perdasama

By Thivyamalini Ramalu

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The government’s recent achievement of a services account surplus marks a stronger momentum of recovery for Malaysia’s economy, driven by fiscal discipline, targeted subsidy measures, and more deliberate economic restructuring. 

Malaysia Leads Region As Fastest-Growing Digital Economy, Set To Hit US$39 Bln GMV In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is now the fastest-growing digital economy in Southeast Asia (SEA), with an increase of 19 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), and on track to reach gross merchandise value (GMV) of US$39 billion (US$1=RM4.13) this year. 

PNB To Launch Zakat al-Mustaghallat Via Khultah Method In Mid-2026, Eyes RM60 Mln In Collection

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) will launch zakat assessment for Fixed Price Funds managed by Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB) through the al-Mustaghallat zakat method via Khultah (collective) in mid-2026.  

Govt Expands Consolidated e-Invoice Prohibition To Power, Telecom Industries

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Consolidated e-Invoices will not be permitted to be issued for business transactions valued at over RM10,000 as well as by the electric power and telecommunications industries starting Jan 1, 2026.

Premier Abang Johari Unveils RM12.9 Bln Sarawak Budget For 2026

KUCHING, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today unveiled a RM12.9 billion Budget for 2026, comprising RM7.3 billion for development expenditure and RM5.6 billion for operating expenditure.

Resilience Begins With Right Policies -- PM Anwar

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- Countries can withstand global shocks only when their policies are sound, aligned and ready for stress, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

PayNet Committed To Boosting Cashless Adoption With e-Payment Ecosystem

 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet) remains committed to working closely with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and industry players to advance cashless adoption through a secure and inclusive e-payment ecosystem

ASEAN Cross-border QR Payment Surges To 12.9 Million Transactions In 1h 2025 -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN cross-border Quick Response (QR) payment has surged, reaching 12.9 million transactions in the first half of 2025, said Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Malaysia's External Debt Risk Manageable - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The Finance Ministry (MoF) said Malaysia’s overall external debt risk remains manageable, supported by a favourable maturity and currency profile.

EXIM Bank Malaysia, MNS In Partnership To Enhance Credit Risk Management

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Bhd (EXIM Bank Malaysia) and MNS Credit Management Group Pte Ltd have signed a memorandum of understanding during the Asian EXIM Banks Forum 2025 to enhance cooperation in credit risk management and debt recovery.

99 Speed Mart Net Profit Rises 49.9 Pct To RM160.65 Mln In 3Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) rose by 49.9 per cent to RM160.65 million from RM107.16 million in 3Q 2024.

Boomi Unveils 2025 APAC Customer Innovation Award Winners In Sydney

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Boomi, the leader of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven automation solutions, has announced the winners of its 2025 Asia Pacific (APAC) Customer Innovation Awards, recognised during the Boomi World Tour event held in Sydney.