Polyplastics Develops Mechanically Recycled DURAFIDE PPS Grades

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (Bernama) -- Polyplastics Co Ltd, a global leader in engineering thermoplastics, has developed two new DURAFIDE polyphenylene sulphide (PPS) grades made of mechanically recycled content.

BNPL Loans Reach RM4.9 Bln As At Dec 31, 2025 – MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 (Bernama) -- Outstanding ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ (BNPL) loans in Malaysia stood at RM4.9 billion as at Dec 31, 2025, accounting for 0.3 per cent of the country’s total household debt, Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said.

Ringgit's Superlative Performance Driven By Solid Economic Fundamentals Rather Than US Fed Rates – Analysts

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) – The MADANI Government’s bold measures to reinforce the economy has proven to be a positive reset, culminating in the ringgit breaking through the psychological barrier of 4.0 versus the US dollar and reaching a more than seven-year high of 3.99 in intra-day trading.

Labuan FSA Announces board Line-up For 2026–2028 Term, With Two New Faces

LABUAN, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) today announced the appointment of two new authority (board) members and the reappointment of four existing members for a two-year term effective from Jan 15, 2026, to Jan 14, 2028.

Stable Economy To Boost MSME Outlook In 2026, Says SJPP

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Bhd (SJPP) expects 2026 to be a better year for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), supported by a more stable economic environment and the re-expansion of financing support to diverse business segments.

NPL Rate Under Control, Govt Confident Credit Guarantees Will Drive SMEs, Investments -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- The non-performing loan (NPL) rate for the guarantee scheme under Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Bhd (SJPP) remains low at around two per cent in line with the growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Yayasan Peneraju Unveils New Basic Package To Accelerate Bumiputera AI Upskilling

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- Yayasan Peneraju (YP) is introducing the latest addition to its financing scheme, the ‘Basic Package’, available from Jan 9, 2026, aimed at accelerating Bumiputera upskilling in artificial intelligence (AI) training.

Globaltec To Generate First Revenue From Indonesian Coalbed Methane Venture This Year

From Nur Aiman Najwa Dzamae

JAKARTA, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- Globaltec Formation Bhd’s 70 per cent-owned subsidiary NuEnergy Gas Ltd expects its coalbed methane (CBM) venture in Indonesia to yield its first revenue of about US$2 million (US$1=RM4.05) this year, driven by initial gas production from the Tanjung Enim Plan of Development 1 (POD 1) in South Sumatra.

BNM Announces Additional RM2.5 Bln Fund For SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is providing an additional RM2.5 billion under its fund for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), with a focus on channelling these funds to first-time borrowers.

Gano Excel Operates Over 100 Greenhouses To Ensure Consistent Production

JITRA, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- Ganoderma lucidum (lingzhi)-based health food company Gano Excel Industries Sdn Bhd has grown its operations to comprise more than 100 dedicated greenhouses to ensure consistent large-scale production for the global market.

Renewable Energy Sector Eyes Busy 1Q 2026 On Potential LSS6 Projects - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026) to usher in a busy period for the renewable energy sector, potentially marked by the rollout of solar bids under the Large-Scale Solar (LSS) 6 programme.

Public Mutual Declares Over RM128 Mln In Distributions For Nine Funds

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Public Mutual, a wholly owned subsidiary of Public Bank, has declared distributions amounting to more than RM128 million for nine funds for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025.