PM Anwar: Malaysian Banks’ Presence In Laos Reflects Strong Investor Confidence

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The presence of four major Malaysian banks in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) reflects strong investor confidence in the country’s political stability and attractive policies, particularly the way the central bank manages its financial institutions, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Zanders Expands APAC Footprint With Singapore Office Opening

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Global treasury and risk consultancy, Zanders has strengthened its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with the opening of a new office in Singapore.

Sidra Capital Joins Malaysia's Bursa Suq Al-Sila’ To Boost Islamic Finance Reach

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Sidra Capital has officially become a commodity trading participant on Bursa Suq Al-Sila’ (BSAS), Malaysia’s premier Islamic commodity trading platform.

Malaysia’s Islamic Finance Assets To Grow 36 Pct By 2028 -- Standard Chartered

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's Islamic finance assets are projected to grow by 36 per cent by 2028, contributing to the global Islamic finance market, which is expected to reach US$7.5 trillion (US$1 = RM4.29) by then, said Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Bhd.

Malaysia Poised To Lead EV, Battery Manufacturing Sector In ASEAN -- MARii

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s strong electrical and electronics (E&E) sector positions the nation to lead the electric vehicle (EV) and battery component manufacturing sector to support the growing demands of the regional mobility ecosystem in ASEAN.

First World Gas Conference In China To Spotlight Energy Future 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The 29th World Gas Conference (WGC2025) will take place from May 19 to 23 at the National Convention Center in Beijing, marking the first time the flagship event is hosted in China since its inception in 1931, underscoring China’s rising influence in global energy dialogue.

BNM's International Reserves Rise To US$118.7 Bln As At April 30

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s international reserves expanded to US$118.70 billion as at April 30, 2025, from US$118.40 billion on April 15, 2025, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Affin Gets A3 Rating With Stable Outlook From Moody's

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Affin Group has received its first international credit rating of A3 with a stable outlook from Moody’s Ratings.

Govt's Boost To SJPP Guarantee Schemes Timely, Execution Crucial - SBF

KUCHING, May 6 (Bernama) -- The government’s decision to raise guarantees under the Business Financing Guarantee Scheme (SJPP) by RM1 billion is a timely move to strengthen business confidence and enhance liquidity among Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Economists Lower Malaysia's GDP Growth Forecast To 4.5 Pct, Remain Confident In Economy's Resilience

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Economists revised downwards Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent due to the debilitating tariffs implemented by the United States (US), but remained confident in the economy’s resilience.

US Tariff: Govt To Boost SJPP Guarantee Schemes By RM1 Bln To Assist SME Exporters

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The government has agreed to raise government guarantees under the Business Financing Guarantee Scheme (SJPP) by RM1 billion to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are affected following the United States (US) tariff announcement to secure loans from commercial banks.

Labuan IBFC Strengthens Financial Ecosystem Through Legal Reform, Global Reallignment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) is strengthening its position as a future-ready financial hub by anchoring its growth agenda on sweeping legal reforms, emerging global trade dynamics, and an enhanced regulatory ecosystem.