Senate Passes Tax Collection Measures Bill 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Senate today passed the Measures for the Collection, Administration and Enforcement of Tax Bill 2025 to strengthen the country’s taxation system. 

Palm Oil Sector Holds Steady In 2025 As Golden Crop Spared From Debilitating US Tariffs

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil sector heaved a huge sigh of relief after it was exempted from the 19 per cent import tariff imposed

Malaysia's Gig Workers Bill 2025 Sets New Benchmark, Protects 1.2 Mln Workers

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gig economy performed better in 2025 than in 2024, buoyed by positive economic momentum and supportive policy measures, but the highlight is undeniably the passing of the Gig Workers Bill 2025.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Upward Momentum To 14-Month High

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index extended its uptrend today, climbing to a 14-month high, surpassing the previous high recorded on Oct 22, 2024 at 1,642.54, supported by broad-based buying from local institutional investors.

Federal Govt-Sabah Special Grant Negotiations Continue On Dec 19 - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The next negotiation session between the federal government and the Sabah government regarding special grants is scheduled to be held on Dec 19, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

CILTM Sabah Drives Logistics Reforms, Backs State Masterplan

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section has reaffirmed its role as a key industry voice in shaping Sabah’s logistics and transport reforms, following two decades of advocacy, professional development and policy engagement.

Sabah Tables RM6.4 Bln Budget For 2026

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 12 (Bernama) -- The Sabah government today tabled the state’s Budget 2026, amounting to RM6.402 billion, with an estimated surplus of RM28 million.

Ambest Group Eyes Listing On Bursa Malaysia In 1Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 (Bernama) -- Penang-based Ambest Group Bhd is targeting a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd in the first quarter of next year.

Selangor Revenue Hits RM2.7 Bln, Exceeds Target For 2025

SHAH ALAM, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- Selangor has recorded RM2.7 billion in revenue to date, surpassing this year’s initial target of RM2.3 billion.

Higher Dividends And ROE To Drive Banking Sector -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Higher dividend payouts and return on equity (ROE) improvements will be key catalysts to the banking sector going into 2026.

Raising E-Invoicing Exemption Threshold Gives Businesses Clarity -- FMM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The e-invoicing exemption threshold, which has been raised from RM500,000 to RM1 million, will provide businesses greater clarity to plan while easing immediate compliance-related burdens, said the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM, formerly known as Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers).

Brisk 5G Dual-Network Rollout Marks 2025 With Telecommunications Industry Set To Maintain Growth Momentum Next Year

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The telecommunications industry delivered a resilient performance IN 2025 despite operating within a highly saturated environment, reflecting a maturing market consistent with global trends.