Economic

Malaysia Enters Fourth Phase Of E-invoicing To Strengthen Tax System, Ease SME Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia entered the fourth phase of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) rollout today, marking another part of the government’s effort to strengthen tax administration while easing the compliance burden on small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Malaysia's Broad-Based Growth In 3Q Reflects Strong Cooperation -- Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia recorded broad-based economic growth in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q 2025), driven by strong performance across all major sectors, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Berjaya Assets Appoints Vincent Tan's Son-In-Law As New CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Berjaya Assets Bhd has appointed Tan Tee Ming, 49, the son-in-law of its major shareholder Tan Sri Vincent Tan Chee Yioun, as its new chief executive officer, effective Jan 1, 2026.

Capital A Seeks Bursa Approval For More Time To Complete Proposed Distribution

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd has sought Bursa Malaysia Securities’ approval to extend until Jan 19 2026 to complete its proposed share distribution.

Axis-REIT To Acquire Industrial Property In Johor For RM34.6 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Axis Real Estate Investment Trust’s (Axis-REIT) trustee, RHB Trustees Bhd has entered into a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) to purchase a double-storey detached factory with a double-storey office building in Johor for a cash consideration of RM34.6 million.

BNM Reappoints One MPC External Member, Three Shariah Advisory Council Members

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia announced the reappointment of Nor Zahidi Alias as an external member of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) for a three-year term, effective Jan 1, 2026.

Malaysia’s November Headline Inflation At 1.4 Pct, Core At 2.2 Pct -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s headline inflation edged up slightly to 1.4 per cent in November 2025 from 1.3 per cent in the previous month, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Public Mutual Declares Over RM128 Mln In Distributions For Nine Funds

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Public Mutual, a wholly owned subsidiary of Public Bank, has declared distributions amounting to more than RM128 million for nine funds for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025.

BNM: Malaysia’s Official Reserve Assets At US$124.12 Bln As At End-November 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s official reserve assets amounted to US$124.12 billion (US$1=RM4.04) as at Nov 30, 2025, while other foreign currency assets stood at US$266.2 million, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Expo 2025 Osaka, ASEAN Chairmanship Position Malaysia as Trusted Partner For Sustainable Growth - MITI

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s achievements at the Expo 2025 Osaka and as ASEAN  Chair in 2025 have positioned the country as a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth, regional integration, and global investor confidence, setting the stage for Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and beyond.

Cypark Fully Redeems Tranche 1 Perpetual Sukuk Musharakah Worth RM235 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Cypark Resources Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary Cypark Renewable Energy Sdn Bhd completed the early and full redemption of its outstanding Tranche 1 Perpetual Sukuk Musharakah amounting to RM235 million today. 

Pharmora Raises Apex Healthcare Stake To 94.94 Pct In Takeover Offer

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Apex Healthcare Bhd announced that Pharmora Investment Holdings Pte Ltd has increased its stake in the company to 94.94 per cent following an unconditional voluntary takeover offer.