BNM’s International Reserves Rise To US$122.8 Bln As At Sept 12

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rose to US$122.8 billion as of Sept 12, 2025, from US$122.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Sabah Floods: Banking Sector Commits To Financial Relief For Affected Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) – The banking industry has pledged wide-ranging financial relief and assistance to communities in Sabah affected by the recent floods.

Aeon Credit Issues 10th Senior Sukuk Worth RM600 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- AEON Credit Service (M) Bhd has issued its 10th senior sukuk with a nominal amount of RM600 million and a seven-year tenure.

AM Best Affirms Superior Ratings For Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance, Subsidiaries

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating (FSR) of A++ (Superior) and the long-term issuer credit ratings (Long-Term ICRs) of “aa+” (Superior) of Japan’s Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co Ltd (TMNF) and its subsidiaries.

Low OPR Reduces Borrowing Costs, Helps People Own Homes - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- The lower Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) is expected to support homeownership affordability through reduced debt servicing costs, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Malaysia's Banking Sector Resilient Amid Trade Tension, Slower Growth - S&P Global 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's banking sector is well-positioned to navigate trade tensions and softer growth, driven by a strong labour market and stable household finances, said S&P Global Ratings. 

BNM’s International Reserves Increase To US$122.7 Bln As At Aug 29

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 (Bernama) -- The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) increased marginally to US$122.7 billion as of Aug 29, 2025, from US$122 billion recorded on Aug 15, 2025.

Market Determines Vehicle Prices, Not The Govt -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- Vehicle selling prices in Malaysia are not controlled by the government and are determined by the market, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Budget 2026 Will Strengthen Housing Reform, Expand Access To Affordable Housing -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- As preparations for the upcoming Budget 2026 to be unveiled in October are underway, the government will also examine support mechanisms to strengthen housing reform, with a particular focus on expanding access to affordable housing, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Approved Investments, FDIs Reflect Different Stages Of Malaysia’s Investment Journey

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Some may argue that the approved investments reported by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the foreign direct investment (FDI) figures from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) for the first half of 2025 (1H 2025) appear contradictory. 

Hijrah Group, Indonesia's PT LBP Enterprises Internasional Strengthen Business Ties, Target Free Food Project

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

JAKARTA, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- Bahtera Hijrah Holding Sdn Bhd (Hijrah Group) and Indonesia’s PT LBP Enterprises Internasional have signed a strategic partnership to explore cross-border business opportunities, including the development of kitchens for Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) Programme.

RHB Bank Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM803.50 Mln In 2Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM803.50 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025), up 11.2 per cent from RM722.31 million in the same quarter a year ago.