PIAM Pins Hopes On Budget 2026 To Expand Perlindungan Tenang Voucher To Motorcycles

By Naveen Prabu Kuppusamy

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has proposed that the government extend the Perlindungan Tenang Voucher (PTV) scheme to cover motorcycles under Budget 2026, as part of efforts to improve insurance penetration and road safety.

Motor, Fire Segments Fuel Growth In Malaysia’s General Insurance Industry - PIAM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s general insurance industry grew 4.0 per cent year-on-year in the first half of 2025 (1H 2025), with gross written premiums (GWP) rising to RM12.3 billion from RM11.8 billion, driven mainly by the motor and fire segments, according to the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM).

Govt Likely To Table Expansionary Budget 2026, Deficit Seen Narrowing Gradually

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The government is expected to table an expansionary Budget 2026, with the fiscal deficit projected at around 3.6 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), compared with an estimated 3.8 per cent this year, according to an economist.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Steady Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher today, influenced by steady benchmark crude oil prices amid ongoing concern over natural rubber (NR) supply shortage due to inclement weather in major producing countries, a dealer said.

Rubber Market To Face Upward Pressure Next Week

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to face upward pressure next week as supply constraints and firm demand continue to shape market sentiment, according to the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).

EU To Push Steel Union With US To Address Overcapacity — Sefcovic

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The European Union (EU) will continue discussions with the United States (US) on steel and aluminium as part of efforts to address global overcapacity that is flooding the European market, said European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic 

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Regional Gains

By K.Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher today, supported by gains in regional rubber futures, a dealer said.

CPO Futures End Lower On Weaker Soybean Oil After Argentina Tax Move

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, pressured by weaker soybean oil prices after Argentina scrapped its export tax on grains.

Cautious Trade Seen For Malaysian Rubber Market Next Week

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- The local rubber market is expected to trade range-bound next week as traders assess the global market environment.

Sabah Floods: Banking Sector Commits To Financial Relief For Affected Customers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) – The banking industry has pledged wide-ranging financial relief and assistance to communities in Sabah affected by the recent floods.

CIMB Extends Payment Relief To Customers Affected By Sabah Floods

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) -- CIMB Bank Bhd and CIMB Islamic Bank Bhd have reiterated that the CIMB flood relief assistance plan remains available to support customers affected by the recent floods in Sabah.

Bank Islam Offers Financial Relief For Flood Victims

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd today announced financial relief measures prioritising affected micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) alongside support for individual customers in flood disaster areas nationwide.