Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher Ahead Of Budget 2026

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher on Thursday as investors were bullish ahead of the Budget 2026 announcement tomorrow, an analyst said.

Prasarana Hopes For Continuation Of Unlimited Travel Pass, Support For LRT3 In Budget 2026

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Prasarana Malaysia Bhd has expressed hope that the government will continue the unlimited monthly travel pass initiative and provide strong support for the Shah Alam Line (LRT3) project in the upcoming Budget 2026.

PIAM Pins Hopes On Budget 2026 To Expand Perlindungan Tenang Voucher To Motorcycles

By Naveen Prabu Kuppusamy

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has proposed that the government extend the Perlindungan Tenang Voucher (PTV) scheme to cover motorcycles under Budget 2026, as part of efforts to improve insurance penetration and road safety.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by improved local market sentiment ahead of Budget 2026, which is expected to be a key catalyst for the currency.

MoF: Federal Govt Approves RM24.15 Bln In Loans To State Govts As Of Aug 31

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The federal government has approved loans totalling RM24.15 billion to state governments as of Aug 31, 2025, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF).

Ringgit Ends Lower Against US Dollar

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended easier against the US dollar amid cautious sentiment in the currency market, said an analyst.  

Efforts To Reduce Deficit Expected To Be Priority In Budget 2026 – Johari

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has hinted that Budget 2026 will prioritise efforts to reduce the country's fiscal deficit.

Budget 2026: DOPPA Advocates Carbon Trading For Sustainable Income In Rural Communities

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak Dayak Oil Palm Planters Association (DOPPA) is calling for a groundbreaking initiative that integrates carbon trading to provide a stable income for rural communities in Sarawak. 

Budget 2026: Digital Banks Hope Targeted Subsidies, Cash Aid Channelled Via Their Platforms 

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) – Digital banks are urging the government to prioritise the distribution of targeted subsidies and cash aid in Budget 2026 through digital banking platforms, highlighting their potential to deliver a more equitable and efficient system.

Govt Likely To Table Expansionary Budget 2026, Deficit Seen Narrowing Gradually

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The government is expected to table an expansionary Budget 2026, with the fiscal deficit projected at around 3.6 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), compared with an estimated 3.8 per cent this year, according to an economist.

Budget 2026 Must Expand TVET Capacity To Meet Rising Industry Demand – Belia Mahir

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 must ensure that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses align with Malaysia’s economic priorities, such as value-added job creation in manufacturing, five-year development plans, and future-led energy transition initiatives including renewable energy.

Ringgit Rises Vs US Dollar, Other Major Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit appreciated against the US dollar and other major currencies at the opening today, supported by positive sentiment ahead of the tabling of the national budget this Friday.