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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Growth in the ASEAN+3 region is projected at 4.1 per cent in 2025 and 3.8 per cent in 2026, an upward revision from July’s forecast, supported by robust first-half performance and stronger-than-expected export momentum.
By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) – Digital banks are urging the government to prioritise the distribution of targeted subsidies and cash aid in Budget 2026 through digital banking platforms, highlighting their potential to deliver a more equitable and efficient system.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has launched RENTAS+, an enhancement to Real-time Electronic Transfer of Funds and Securities to enable continuous interbank funds transfer and settlement 24/7, 365 days a year.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- IBM Malaysia Sdn Bhd hopes that the upcoming Budget 2026 will provide stronger and more targeted incentives for artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate digital transformation across key sectors of the economy.
By Mohd Noor Azeery Idris
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) -- The Agrobank is hoping that the Business Financing Guarantee Scheme (SJPP) will continue to be enhanced under Budget 2026, given its positive impact on the economy, particularly in empowering micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the agri-food sector.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) -- Offshore support vessel (OSV) operator Perdana Petroleum Bhd has urged the government to introduce targeted fiscal incentives in Budget 2026 to sustain Malaysia’s marine support services sector amid rising operational costs and the industry’s transition towards decarbonisation.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the government wants more Malaysians to benefit from economic growth and financial literacy, not just a small segment of society, particularly the elite.
SUBANG, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The Weststar Group and MBSB Bank Bhd (MBSB) have formalised a strategic collaboration through a RM1.3 billion Islamic financing facility, which will drive Weststar’s aviation expansion.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s property sector is expected to see stronger sales in the second half of 2025 (2H 2025), offsetting 1H 2025’s weaker performance, according to Kenanga Research.
PETALING JAYA, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Digital banks’ main purpose is to provide more options for consumers, not to compete with traditional banks, said KAF Digital Bank Bhd chief executive officer Rafiza Ghazali.
By Nor Baizura Basri
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Consumers applying for personal financing with amounts exceeding RM100,000 will need to attend and complete a financial education module, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today.
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) — The Supply Chain Intelligent Management System (SCIMS), an initiative by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), is set to go live in December 2025, according to MITI Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
