VentureTECH, MTC Orec Partner To Accelerate Biomethane Projects In Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- VentureTECH Sdn Bhd (VentureTECH) and MTC Orec Sdn Bhd (MTC Orec) have formed strategic partnerships to accelerate the development of MTC Orec's biomethane plants, reinforcing both companies' commitment to sustainable growth and renewable energy innovation.

Insurance Industry In Limelight Due To Public Outcry Over Steep Medical Premium In 2024

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- A review of the insurance industry’s performance in 2024 will undoubtedly have to include the backlash faced by the insurance and takaful industry after it announced a steep hike in medical insurance premiums.

GDA Stands Firm On RM11 Offer For MAHB Despite Directors' Rejection

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Gateway Development Alliance Sdn Bhd (GDA), the consortium proposing to privatise Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), remains steadfast on its RM11 per share offer price, despite recommendations from independent directors to reject it.

Govt To Monitor Implementation Of Interim Measures Related To MHIT Products -- Lim

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The implementation of interim measures to alleviate the impact of premium adjustments for medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) products will be monitored continuously to ensure their effectiveness, according to Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

LIAM, MTA, PIAM Announce Interim Measures To Cushion Impact Of Recent Premium Repricing

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM), the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) and Persatuan Insurans Am Malaysia (PIAM) today announced interim measures to support policyholders and participants impacted by the recent premium and contribution repricing.

Shopee Rai Lokal: Supporting Over 1.8 Mln Local Entrepreneurs, Driving Digital Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) --  Shopee Rai Lokal supported over 1.8 million local entrepreneurs alone this year, while 500,000 Shopee Affiliates drove over 90 million orders through targeted content creation via in-app features.

ITOs To Spread Out Change In Premiums Over A Minimum Of Three Years -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has announced interim measures to help manage the impact of medical and health insurance and takaful (MHIT) premium adjustments, with insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) to spread out the changes in premiums over a minimum of three years for all policyholders affected by the repricing.

EMGA Obtains US$90 Mln Financing For Brazil-based Client From EIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) has secured US$90 million in debt finance for its long-standing Brazil-based client, BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America. (US$1=RM4.50)

Palm Oil Market Faces Uncertainties Amid Weather Challenges, Supply Constraints

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC Ratings) anticipates the palm oil market to continue to face significant uncertainties heading into 2025, with supply-side challenges exacerbated by adverse weather conditions and a slower replanting pace.

Financial Institutions Block RM302 Mln In Fraudulent, Suspicious Transactions Since Sept 2024 - Lim

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Financial institutions in the country have successfully blocked a total of RM302 million in fraudulent and suspicious transactions as of September 2024, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. 

Malaysia-China 11-month Trade Matches 2023 Total Trade, Signalling Strong Recovery - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia-China economic ties have continued to strengthen, with bilateral trade reaching nearly US$98 billion (US$1=RM4.467) in the 11 months of 2024, matching the total trade volume for all of 2023.

MAHB Records 11.2 Mln Passenger Movements In November, Nearing Pre-pandemic Levels

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) reported a total of 11.2 million passenger movements across its airport network in November 2024, reflecting a robust 16.1 per cent growth compared to November 2023 and reaching 96.7 per cent of pre-pandemic levels.