FPAM Welcomes BNM Premium Cap - Urges Long-term Healthcare Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- The Financial Planning Association of Malaysia (FPAM) has welcomed Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) move to cap annual premium increases for medical insurance and takaful at 10 per cent. 

Malaysia Reaffirms Commitment To Strengthen ASEAN-GCC Ties

SUBANG, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) ties, highlighting the importance of cohesive engagement between member states and ensuring ASEAN remains relevant in addressing global challenges.

As ASEAN Chair Next Year, Malaysia To Focus On ASEAN Power Grid, Digitalisation - PM Anwar

SUBANG, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to prioritise the ASEAN power grid and digitalisation as ASEAN Chair next year, as part of efforts to support the growth of intra-ASEAN trade, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

MOH Welcomes BNM's Interim Measures To Regulate Insurance, Takaful Premiums

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Health (MOH) has welcomed Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) move to regulate the rise in medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) premiums, calling it a timely short-term intervention to alleviate the burden of sudden inflation on the public.

Ringgit Ends Marginally Lower Against Greenback Amid Upbeat US Data

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar on the final trading day of the week, pressured by a stronger greenback following upbeat US economic data that exceeded market expectations.

Govt, ITOs And Private Hospitals To Contribute RM60 Mln To Accelerate Health Reforms -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 -- The government, together with insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) and private hospitals, will contribute RM60 million to accelerate health reforms, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

New Investment Incentive Framework: A Leap Towards High-Income Economy

By Zufazlin Baharuddin & Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The New Investment Incentive Framework, announced in Budget 2025, marks Malaysia’s bold move to position itself as a high-income nation by prioritising high-value sectors, mainly in digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) within the digital economy.

Celebrating A Year Of Innovation: Qianhai’s Path To A Brighter Future 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Overall Development Plan for the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone (Qianhai Plan) has marked its first anniversary since its release, showing significant progress in reform, innovation, and international integration.

Top Glove Returns To The Black, Posting A Net Profit Of RM5.47 Mln In 1Q FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Top Glove Corporation Bhd has returned to the black, posting a net profit of RM5.47 million in the first quarter ended Nov 30, 2024 (1Q FY2025), rebounding from a RM57.71 million net loss in 1Q FY2024.

Maybank’s Values-Driven Financial Services To Empower Region As Malaysia Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The continuous strengthening of the ASEAN economy in the last decade showcased the true resilience of the region, coupled with promising economic prospects owing to its strategic location, diverse economies, and commitment to regional integration.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Flat

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session almost flat, in tandem with its regional peers amid Wall Street’s mixed overnight performance. 

Research Firms Optimistic About Mah Sing's Growth Potential

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd remained upbeat on the prospect for real estate development company Mah Sing Group Bhd, driven by its growing exposure to the booming Johor property market.