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.

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.

BNM Launches RENTAS+ To Enable 24/7 Interbank Settlement

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has launched RENTAS+, an enhancement to Real-time Electronic Transfer of Funds and Securities to enable continuous interbank funds transfer and settlement 24/7, 365 days a year.

BNM’s International Reserves At US$123.6 Bln As At Sept 30

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) rose to to US$123.6 billion as at September 30, 2025 compared to US$122.7 billion as at Aug 29, 2025.

CIDB, Turner & Townsend To Spotlight Construction Trends At ICTC 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- The Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia is collaborating with Turner & Townsend for the second consecutive year to bring timely and critical insights to the industry through the International Construction Transformation Conference (ICTC).

SG Entertech Eyes Southeast Asia Expansion, Seeks Local Partners

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- SG Entertech Co Ltd, the innovative virtual reality (VR) solutions provider of the Snack VR platform, has announced plans to expand into Southeast Asia and is seeking local agents, distributors, and partners to build a regional network.

Malaysia To Leverage Finland’s Circular Economy Practices

From Zufazlin Baharuddin

HELSINKI, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is seeking to leverage Finland’s advanced circular economy practices in waste management, green infrastructure and sustainable product design, Malaysia’s Chargé d’Affaires ad interim in Helsinki, Al-Fadil Adam said.

Agrobank Urges Continued Support For SJPP In Budget 2026

By Mohd Noor Azeery Idris

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) -- The Agrobank is hoping that the Business Financing Guarantee Scheme (SJPP) will continue to be enhanced under Budget 2026, given its positive impact on the economy, particularly in empowering micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the agri-food sector.

Public Mutual Declares Distribution of Over RM63 Mln For Two Funds

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, Public Mutual has declared distributions amounting to more than RM63 million for two funds as at Sept 30, 2025.

Govt Wants More People To Benefit From Economic Growth, Financial Literacy, Not Just The Elite - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) --  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the government wants more Malaysians to benefit from economic growth and financial literacy, not just a small segment of society, particularly the elite.

Ringgit, Emerging Currencies Poised To Gain As Greenback Weakens Amid US Shutdown

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Emerging market currencies, including the ringgit, are expected to benefit from a possible further weakening of the greenback amid economic uncertainty stemming from the US government shutdown.

Wolters Kluwer Sweeps Global Awards For Risk, Finance, And Regulatory Excellence

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Wolters Kluwer Financial & Corporate Compliance has secured multiple prestigious honours at the Risk Asia Awards 2025 and The Digital Banker’s Global BankTech Awards 2025.