Malaysia’s Financial Fundamentals Draw IMF Praise

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s financial strength and market flexibility support resilience against external shocks and capital outflows, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Uni-Fuels Raises US$3 Mln In Oversubscribed Digital CP Debut Via ADDX

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (Uni-Fuels), a marine fuel solutions provider, announced its wholly owned subsidiary, Uni-Fuels Pte Ltd (Uni-Fuels Singapore), has successfully completed its first commercial paper (CP) issuance, raising US$3 million via the digital private market platform ADDX. (US$1=RM4.22)

AM Best Affirms Superior Ratings Of South Korea's DB Insurance 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A+ (Superior) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “aa-” (Superior) of South Korea-based DB Insurance Co Ltd (DBI), with a stable outlook.

Consumer Credit Commission To Implement Comprehensive Regulatory Framework For BNPL Schemes

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Consumer Credit Commission (CCC) will implement a comprehensive and sustainable regulatory framework for the “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) scheme to ensure the public does not fall into debt traps or face a rise in bankruptcy cases.

Govt Succeeds In Reducing New Debt - Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, July 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government has succeeded in reducing the annual debt to RM77 billion in 2024 from RM99 billion in 2022.

Gold Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to be well supported into next week and trend higher within a stable range of US$3,320 to US$3,380, barring a sharp reversal in bond market sentiment, said SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes.

Saudi CMA Eases Investment Rules To Attract More Foreign Capital

KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- The Saudi Capital Market Authority (CMA) has approved a set of amendments to simplify investment account procedures for certain investor categories in a move aimed at boosting its capital market appeal.

OPR Cut Can Address Household Debt Service Ratio, Provides Reprieve In Disposable Income -- GX Bank

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- GX Bank Bhd said the overnight policy rate (OPR) cut to 2.75 per cent from three per cent could potentially address the household debt service ratio while providing a reprieve in disposable income.

MARC Ratings Projects Malaysian Economy To Grow By 4.4 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC Ratings) forecasts the Malaysian economy to grow by 4.4 per cent in 2025, down from 5.1 per cent in 2024, as external trade uncertainties dampen export momentum.

PBAPP Launches RM5 Bln Sukuk To Boost Penang’s Water Infrastructure

GEORGE TOWN, July 8 (Bernama) -- Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang Sdn Bhd (PBAPP) today launched its inaugural RM5 billion Islamic Medium-Term Notes (IMTN) Programme (Sukuk Programme) to support critical water infrastructure development and long-term water security in Penang.

Bank Negara's International Reserves Rise To US$120.6 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rose to US$120.6 billion (US$1=RM4.20) as of June 30, 2025, up from US$119.9 billion recorded on June 13, 2025.

mySalam Receives MBOR Recognition For Longest Financial Literacy Livestream

TAWAU, July 6 (Bernama) -- mySalam, the national takaful protection scheme managed by Great Eastern Takaful Berhad, has earned recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for successfully hosting the longest non-stop financial literacy livestream via TikTok LIVE.