99 Speed Mart 2Q Net Profit Surges 22 Pct To RM153 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd’s net profit for the second quarter ended Dec 31, 2025 (2Q 2025) rose 22.1 per cent to RM153.21 million from RM125.53 million a year earlier.

Adoption Of Digital Platforms Helped Sustain, Expand Microfinance Activities Since COVID-19 – Yunus

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 (Bernama) — The adoption of digital platforms has not only sustained but also expanded microfinance operations since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Grameen Bank founder Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus. 

Malaysia's Household Debt Manageable At 84.3 Pct Of GDP -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s household debt stands at about 84.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), a level deemed appropriate for the country’s economic conditions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Govt's RM100 Cash Aid To Spur Spending, Benefit Small Traders - Consultant

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The government’s RM100 one-off cash assistance is expected to generate a significant ripple effect for local economies, particularly benefiting small traders, wet market operators and neighbourhood retailers across the country.

Household Debt At RM1.65 Trillion At End-March 2025 - Lim Hui Ying

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s household debt stood at RM1.65 trillion as of the end of March 2025, equivalent to 84.3 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP).

Bank Islam Sees Short-term Economic Boost From Govt Fiscal Package

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- The government's special announcement on direct fiscal measures are expected to have short- to medium-term impact on the country’s economy, particularly in private consumption, inflation, and fiscal conditions, according to Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd (BIMB).

Bank Islam, RHB, Affin Bank And Public Bank Announce Reduction In Rates

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd, RHB Banking Group and Public Bank Bhd have revised their standardised base rate (SBR), base rate (BR) and base financing rate (BFR), following Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to reduce the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points (bps), from 3.00 per cent to 2.75 per cent today.

MPC Pre-emptively Cuts OPR To Preserve Steady Growth Path - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Following is the transcript of Bernama’s email interview with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR).  

SST And New Electricity Tariffs: Relief Measures To Ease Transition

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

PUTRAJAYA, July 6 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia enters the second half of 2025, the government’s fiscal recalibration through an expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST) and revised electricity tariffs mark a strategic move to strengthen national finances while prioritising the welfare of the rakyat.

Cockle Industry Can Generate RM34.4 Mln Annually In Sabah -- Hajiji

TUARAN, July 5 (Bernama) -- The cockle industry has the potential to generate RM34.4 million annually based on an estimated landing of 3,240 tonnes per year and a 7.6-fold return on investment in Sabah, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

Queen Máxima Named Chair Of GFTN International Advisory Board

KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) has announced the appointment of Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA), as Chair of its International Advisory Board (IAB).

Gamuda’s Unit signs Deal To Co-develop Renewable Energy Projects In Australia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Gamuda’s wholly owned Australian subsidiary, Gamuda Holdings Pty Ltd, has signed a landmark agreement with local Tasmanian landowners to co-develop a portfolio of large-scale renewable energy projects in Central Tasmania.