Core HVGT Principles Retained In Updated Tax Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Although the High-Value Goods Tax (HVGT) was not implemented, its core principles have been reviewed and incorporated into improvements to existing tax laws through the revised sales tax rates and the expansion of the service tax (SST) scope.

ASEAN, African Union Ties Must Move Beyond Symbolism

From M. Saraswathi

ADDIS ABABA, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN-African Union relations must move beyond symbolism and take shape through genuine, people-centred cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Affin Bank Posts RM144.99 Mln Net Profit For 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) slid to RM144.99 million from RM145.82 million a year ago.

Affin Hwang Partners Daiwa Securities To Advance Wealth Management

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd has partnered Daiwa Securities Group Inc to strengthen its long-standing relationship and advance cooperation in wealth management.

HSBC Malaysia Grows Its Wealth Ambition With JB Centre

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- HSBC Malaysia has reinforced its commitment to growing its wealth and affluent banking capabilities with the opening of a Wealth Centre at its Jalan Bukit Timbalan branch here yesterday.

China Urges ASEAN To Priortise Manufacturing For Global Competitiveness

BEIJING, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- ASEAN countries should pay more attention to the manufacturing sector to improve competitiveness in the global market, said Prof Xu Jie of the Department of Economics at the CPC Central Party School (Chinese Academy of Governance).

Lighthouse Canton Secures US$40 Mln Funding For Next Phase Of Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Global investment institution, Lighthouse Canton has raised US$40 million in a strategic investment round led by Peak XV Partners to accelerate its next phase of growth. (US$1=RM4.15)

Khazanah-China Rare Earth Investment Should Be Accelerated – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged that Khazanah Nasional Bhd (Khazanah) accelerate its investment with China in rare earth element (REE) development to capitalise on the sector’s potential and ensure balanced regional development.

Maybank Facilitates RM15 Bln Financing And Investments In JS-SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) has facilitated more than RM15 billion into the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), comprising RM10 billion in committed financing and up to RM5.35 billion in investment interests via letters of intent (LOIs) from clients.

MIHAS@Shanghai: Gateway For Businesses To Connect With Partners Worldwide -- MATRADE

From Amanina Mohamad Yusof

SHANGHAI, Nov 6 ( Bernama) -- The Malaysia International Halal Showcase in Shanghai (MIHAS@Shanghai), held in conjunction with the China International Import Expo (CIIE), serves as a smart gateway for Malaysian businesses to connect with important partners across North Asia and beyond.

Titanbay, Adams Street Form Partnership To Expand Private Wealth Access

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Titanbay, one of Europe’s fastest-growing private market infrastructure platforms, has announced a partnership with Adams Street Partners LLC (Adams Street), a global private market investment firm with over US$62 billion in assets under management. (US$1=RM4.19)

Northern Trust Expands Fund Services For Avanda Investment Management

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- Northern Trust has expanded its fund services relationship with Avanda Investment Management, supporting its implementation of the mandate granted by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as part of the Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP).