1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd is projecting the fiscal deficit to narrow to 3.8 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025 from an estimated 4.3 per cent this year, with the growth in government revenue expected to outpace operating expenditure (opex).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The hotel industry is calling on the government to address persistently low room rates and rising operational costs for the upcoming Budget 2025 to be tabled on Oct 18.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, operator of TNG eWallet, has urged the government to extend the sales and services tax (SST) exemption on digital services in Budget 2025.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The government is urged to expedite the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) to ensure better organisation and regulation of the gig industry ecosystem.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the latest MISC Bhd’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers construction contracts from Petronas to contribute RM47 million - RM120 million to its core net profit from the financial year 2027 (FY2027).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Sunzen Biotech Bhd’s acquisition of 70 per cent equity interest in Eye Nation Medical Sdn Bhd, a company engaged in the optical medical diagnostic equipment business, will allow the group to expand into the ophthalmic industry.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) expects Budget 2025 to responsibly walk the fiscal consolidation path, a lower fiscal deficit target from -4.3 per cent to -3.9 per cent, yet be supportive of gross domestic product (GDP) growth, subsidies savings and improved revenue channels.
1y ago
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) – Lower taxes and duties on construction machinery, along with improved access to financing and reasonable interest rates for industry players and builders, were among the proposals put forward by the Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM) for Budget 2025.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Gloves Manufacturers Association (MARGMA) hopes the government will provide better tax exemptions for them in Budget 2025 to enhance the sector’s environment, social, and governance (ESG) ratings.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Key players in the maritime industry are calling for Budget 2025 incentives to stimulate growth and advance the green development agenda, specifically through support for low-emission vessel acquisition, green port investments and infrastructure expansion.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- With the rising cost of living a major concern for Malaysians, PwC Malaysia believes a review of personal income tax bands for the middle-income group in Budget 2025 would be a welcome move.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) – The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KLSICCI) has submitted several proposals to the Finance Ministry for Budget 2025 to lift and empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) while promoting inclusive economic growth in line with the MADANI Economy framework.