MOF Disburses RM3.9 Bln In 2023 Tax Refunds

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- A total of RM3.9 billion in tax refunds had been disbursed as of Jan 31, 2026, to settle 34,899 cases involving refunds for the 2023 tax filing year

Targeted Subsidies A More Realistic Approach For Tackling Rising Cost Of Living -- Treasury Sec-Gen

By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar and Nor Baizura Basri

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Despite the view that subsidies are inefficient and prices of basic necessities should be determined by market forces, the MADANI Government has chosen a more realistic approach by providing targeted subsidies to help households cope with cost-of-living pressures.

Nearly A Third Of SARA Aid Spent Within Five Days Of Disbursal, Proving Programme's Effectiveness -- Johan

By Nor Baizura Basri and Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Almost one third of the approximately RM624.97 million disbursed under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid programme since Jan 9 has been spent as of Jan 13, indicating its effectiveness in helping low-income groups cope with the cost of living.

CIMB Treasury & Markets Research Revises GDP Forecast Upward To 4.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- CIMB Treasury and Markets Research has revised its 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast upward to 4.4 per cent from 4.1 per cent previously, supported by continued growth momentum in the services and construction sectors but balanced by moderation in manufacturing. 

Malaysia Targets RM2 Bln Pineapple Exports By 2027

KUALA KUBU BAHRU, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The government aims to increase pineapple exports to RM2 billion by 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen and develop the industry, which is now considered a high-value strategic commodity.

SAMENTA Hails Govt's RM80 Bln SME Support Package To Weather Compliance Challenges

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA) views the comprehensive support package valued at nearly RM80 billion for Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SME) as a critical injection of liquidity and a buffer against the rising costs of compliance.

Putra Heights Incident: Balancing Safety And Urban Development

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 (Bernama) -- When a Petronas Gas Bhd (PGB) pipeline ruptured in Putra Heights during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays, sending a fireball hundreds of metres into the air, it was a stark reminder of how modern development and critical infrastructure must coexist safely.

Net Interest Margins Of Banks To Recover In 2H 2026, Given Stable OPR Of 2.75 Pct - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Banks’ net interest margin (NIM) is anticipated to recover in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026), assuming the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) remains stable at 2.75 per cent throughout the year, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Razorpay Curlec Eyes Next Growth Phase As Malaysia’s Digital Payments Market Matures

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Razorpay Curlec Sdn Bhd is positioning itself for its next phase of growth as Malaysia’s digital payments market shifts from rapid adoption towards deeper integration, scale and cross-border capability, said country head and chief executive officer Kevin Lee.

Govt Urged To Scrap 5 Pct Sales Tax On Sawn Timber, Review SST Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to exempt the five per cent sales tax on sawn timber and to review the expanded scope of the Sales and Services Tax (SST), which has resulted in double taxation for the timber and wood-based industries.

AirAsia Pledges 15 Pesos Donation Per Seat For The Philippines Relief Efforts

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) — AirAsia will donate 15 pesos (100 pesos = RM6.98) for every seat sold from Nov 15, 2025 to Jan 14, 2026 to support typhoon relief and recovery programmes in the Philippines.

Bank Islam’s Sadaqa House Provides Scholarships For Orphans, Asnaf And B40 Students

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (Bank Islam), through its globally recognised social finance driver, Sadaqa House, continues to reinforce its commitment to empowering the next generation, especially orphans, asnaf individuals, and the B40 group, through the disbursement of Sadaqa House Scholarship and Education Grant.