Malaysia To See Continued Growth In 2026 On FFDI Inflows, Robust Domestic Economy -- Amir Hamzah

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to continue growing in 2026, driven by foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows as well as a robust domestic economy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Expanding SARA Retail Network Helps Recipients, SMEs - SAMENTA

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the retail network from 3,000 to 10,000 outlets for Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) is a significant milestone in ensuring that the RM8 billion allocated this year serves as a safety net for the 8.1 million recipients, the Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA).

Nearly A Third Of SARA Aid Spent Within Five Days Of Disbursal, Proving Programme's Effectiveness -- Johan

By Nor Baizura Basri and Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Almost one third of the approximately RM624.97 million disbursed under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) aid programme since Jan 9 has been spent as of Jan 13, indicating its effectiveness in helping low-income groups cope with the cost of living.

RHB Launches Framework To Support Companies In Sustainability Transition

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- RHB Banking Group launched its Sustainable and Transition Finance Framework (STFF) to support customers at every stage of their sustainability transformation.

Amir Hamzah: 2026 Marks Implementation Of Govt Reforms, Development Agenda

PETALING JAYA, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The year 2026 marks the implementation of the government’s reform and development agenda, with its effects already being felt by households, businesses, and the economy, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

SME Bank Expects BNM To Hold OPR At 2.75 Pct in 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to keep the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, while gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow by 4.3 per cent, said Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank). 

Hungary Develops Harmonic Development Index To Measure Wellbeing Beyond GDP

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Hungary has developed the Harmonic Development Index (H2DI) as a new global framework to measure sustainable development and societal wellbeing beyond gross domestic product (GDP).

Customs Department Cut Operating Cost To RM2.13 For Every RM100 Of Revenue Collected In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The Customs Department has reduced its operating cost for every RM100 of revenue collected to RM2.13 in 2025.

5E Resources Gets Bursa's Approval ACE Market Listing

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Waste management services provider 5E Resources Holdings Bhd (5E Resources) has received approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd for its proposed listing on the ACE Market.

Islamic Finance Demonstrates Potential To Provide Solutions To Inclusion, Climate Change - World Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Islamic finance has demonstrated its potential to provide innovative solutions in addressing challenges related to inclusion and climate change, said the World Bank today,

Required Low-Carbon Investment For OIC Averages 1.4 Pct Of GDP -- BNM Deputy Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- The investment required for the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries to pursue low-carbon strategies averages 1.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) and rises to over 5.0 per cent for low-income members, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Deputy Governor Adnan Zaylani Mohamad Zahid said today.

Indonesia’s B50 Biodiesel Mandate Seen Strengthening Malaysia’s Palm Oil Competitiveness

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s move to implement its B50 biodiesel mandate is expected to enhance Malaysia’s competitiveness in the global palm oil market, says an economist.