Bank Muamalat, CGC Launch First 'Halal Portfolio Guarantee-i Scheme' To Support SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd has launched the first “Halal Portfolio Guarantee-i Scheme” in collaboration with Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Bhd (CGC) to provide a robust financial safety net for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia.

Bank Islam, PMB Investment Forge Strategic Alliance To Expand Shariah-Compliant Investment Opportunities

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- PMB Investment Bhd and Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd (BIMB) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration aimed at expanding Shariah-compliant investment opportunities.

Labuan FSA Advances Islamic Fintech, Captive Insurance With Shariah Blockchain, Zero-tax Incentive

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) is strengthening its digital and Islamic finance landscape with the launch of a Shariah-compliant blockchain masterplan and new tax incentives, aiming to transform Labuan into a leading digital financial hub.

Labuan’s IDAC on Track To Achieve US$1 Bln In Shariah-compliant digital Assets

LABUAN, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s Islamic Digital Asset Centre (IDAC), launched in 2022, has marked major milestones, with digital assets now collectively valued at US$820 million.

Cagamas Raised RM2.2 Bln in October Despite Challenging Market Environment

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- Cagamas Bhd, the national mortgage corporation of Malaysia, successfully raised RM2.2 billion in October despite challenging market conditions.

Malaysia Records RM45.04 Billion In Halal Product Exports From January To September 2024 -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- From January to September 2024, Malaysia’s halal product exports increased to RM45.04 billion compared to RM39.36 billion in the same period in 2023.

IILM Reissues Its Largest Year-To-Date Short-Term Ṣukuk Of US$1.31 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has completed the reissuance of an aggregate US$1.31 billion (US1=RM4.34) short-term sukuk with tenors of one month, three months, and six months.

Walee Group’s Financing Product Nominated For 2024 Singapore FinTech Excellence Awards

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Walee Group announced that Hakeem, the flagship Islamic Nano-financing product of its financial services division, “Walee Financial Services”, has been nominated for the 2024 Singapore FinTech Festival - FinTech Excellence Awards.

Islamic Finance set to revitalise the economy with three core principles - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Islamic finance holds substantial potential to revitalise the economy through three core principles—Maqasid Shariah, innovation, and global integration, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Coordinated Efforts, Shared Learning Among OIC States Essential For Digital Transformation - Fahmi

ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Bernama) — Malaysia believes that coordinated efforts and shared learning among the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states are essential to drive the next wave of digital transformation, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

OIC Member States Must Foster Collaboration On Financial Ecosystems, Strengthen Digital Payment - Fahmi

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states must prioritise the sharing of best practices and foster robust collaboration among Islamic nations to develop modern, efficient and inclusive financial ecosystems, effectively phasing out outdated traditional methods.

Pakistan Sees Maiden Islamic Nano Financing Product By Walee Financial Services 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Walee Financial Services Pvt Ltd has introduced Pakistan’s first Islamic nano-financing product, offering interest-free (riba-free) nano-finance through a unique commodity-based trade structure under its fintech brand Hakeem.