Economists See No Major Tax Changes In Budget 2026; Expect Wider CGT Scope

By Niam Seet Wei

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- Economists believe that Budget 2026 would not introduce any major changes in the taxation system -- especially individual and corporate taxes -- to preserve consumer and investor confidence as the United States tariffs kick in.

ASEAN Should Take Lead In Building Resilience Amid Challenging Global Landscape - PM Anwar

By Siti Radziah Hamzah, Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- ASEAN cannot be a passive observer in the face of global economic and geopolitical challenges, but should take the lead in building resilience within the grouping, which has over 600 million people, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

AKWEL Posts 1H Profit Drop Amid Disputes, Cost Controls Boost Margin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- AKWEL, a manufacturer of parts and systems for the automotive and heavy-vehicle industry, has reported a net income of 13.6 million euros for the first half (1H) of 2025, a decrease of 32.9 per cent compared to the same period last year. (1 Euro = RM4.93) 

CIMB Sees Malaysia's Budget Deficit At 3.6 Pct Of GDP In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- CIMB Investment Bank Bhd expects a budget deficit of 3.6 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) for Malaysia in 2026, with the government revenue expanding by four per cent to RM353.3 billion in 2026.

Ecoworld's Net Profit Rises To RM101.17 Mln In 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld) posted a higher net profit of RM101.17 million for the third quarter ended July 31, 2025 (3Q FY2025) compared to RM80.44 million for the same quarter a year ago.

Kenanga, Maybank Maintain Calls On Bermaz Auto, Cut Target Prices On Earnings Risk

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) has maintained a 'market perform' call on Bermaz Auto Bhd (BAUTO), citing strong near-term earnings visibility.

Surge In TNB’s Brand Value Underscores Strong Market Conviction

By Saraswathi Muniappan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) – The 35 per cent surge in Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) brand value to US$2.3 billion (US$1 = RM4.22) in the recent Energy 100 2025 report for Brand Finance underscores strong market conviction in its financial resilience and operational efficiency.

Macau Insurance Company Credit Ratings Affirmed Excellent - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Macau Insurance Company Limited (MIC).

KPJ Healthcare's Net Profit, Revenue Strengthen In 2QFY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- KPJ Healthcare Bhd’s net profit increased to RM82.06 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2QFY2025), from RM75.88 million in 2QFY2024, in tandem with higher revenue recorded in the quarter.

TNB Drives Nation-Building And Empowers Communities, 1H Results Reward Shareholders With RM1.5 Bln Dividends

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) today announced its financial performance for the first half of the financial year ending Dec 31, 2025 (1H 2025), reaffirming its focus in advancing its role in nation-building and community support while delivering sustainable returns to shareholders.

Axiata On Track To Achieve Gearing Ratio Of 2.5 Times Net Debt To EBITDA In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd is on track to achieve a gearing ratio of 2.5 times net debt to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) by the end of 2026, as the level stood at 2.76 times as at June 30, 2025.

KLCCP Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM200.45 Mln In 2Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- KLCC Property Holdings Bhd (KLCCP) posted a higher net profit of RM200.45 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025) compared to RM191.06 million in the same period a year ago.