IOI Properties Partners Maybank To Offer Green Financing For Home Seekers

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- IOI Properties Group Bhd (IOIPG) is partnering with Maybank to offer home seekers up to 95 per cent + 5 per cent green financing for selected residential green homes.

Govt Offers Various Initiatives, Incentives To Drive Local Automotive Industry - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The government has introduced various initiatives and incentives to enhance the capacity of the local automotive industry, aiming to increase exports of vehicles, including spare parts and components, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI).

CPO Futures To Trade Sideways Next Week

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade sideways next week amid uncertainty over the fresh demand from the destination markets. 

Malaysia May Be The Chair, But ASEAN Will Work As One - PM Anwar

LIMA (Peru), Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia may be the chair for the ASEAN and ABAC-Asean Caucus next year, but the 10-member block will continue to work together as one under the concept of centrality, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

MPOB: US Trade Policy Changes To Have Minimal Impact On Palm Oil Sector

BANGI, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Projected changes in the United States' (US) trade policy are not expected to significantly impact the country's palm oil sector following Donald Trump's victory in the recent US presidential election, the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) said today.

Life Water Bhd's Carbonated Drinks Not Affected By Sugar Tax

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the sugar tax announced in Budget 2025 will not affect the carbonated beverages manufactured by Life Water Bhd.

Forest City Positioned To Become Key Business And Investment Hub -- Country Garden

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Forest City in Johor is emerging as a strategic hub for businesses and investors, supported by great air and sea connectivity, and is focused on creating economic growth and sustainability, according to its Chinese developer Country Garden Group.

Budget 2025's Higher Tax Relief To Ease Malaysians' Access To Essential Coverage

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The government’s decision to raise individual income tax relief for education and medical insurance premiums to RM4,000, along with expanding medical expense relief to RM10,000, will significantly reduce financial barriers for many Malaysians seeking essential coverage.

Budget 2025 Adjustments In Export Tax Seen Helping Palm Oil Refining Industry Be More Competitive

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The adjustments in export tax under Budget 2025 will help the palm oil refining industry be more competitive, compared with Indonesia, according to Glenauk Economics.

Increased Stamp Duty Exemption For MSMEs In Budget 2025 Will Support Growth - MBSB Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The increased stamp duty exemptions for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the allocation of RM650 million for women and youth entrepreneurship in Budget 2025 laid a clear path for growth, said MBSB Bank.

Govt Proposes To Raise WPL Threshold For Oil Palm FFB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) – The government is proposing to raise the windfall profit levy (WPL) threshold for oil palm fresh fruit bunches (FFB) to RM3,150 for Peninsular Malaysia and RM3,650 for Sabah and Sarawak.

Export Duty Rates For CPO Revised To Ensure Domestic Supply - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- The export duty rates for crude palm oil (CPO) have been revised to ensure an adequate domestic supply of the commodity.