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Embracing Risk-sharing Business Will Be Game Changer For Malaysia’s Robust Islamic Banking Sector – Economists

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 (Bernama) -- Intense demand coupled with the wider acceptance of shariah-compliant financial products will continue expanding Islamic banking in Malaysia despite stiff competition from the conventional sector, an economist said today.

Toshiba Photovoltaic-Output Photocoupler Boosts Automotive SSR Reliability

KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has commenced volume shipments of the "TLX9920", a new photovoltaic-output photocoupler targeting solid state relays (SSR) in automotive equipment.

Towards a Financially Confident Malaysia: Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever

By Adnan Zaylani

There is a growing realisation across Malaysia that financial literacy is no longer a luxury skill reserved for financially savvy individuals. It is fast becoming a necessity for every household, student,  worker, entrepreneur and retiree.

Malaysia In Stronger Position Thanks To Net Energy Exporter Status, Subsidy Reforms

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s position as a net energy exporter, with petroleum reserves confirmed sufficient until at least May 2026, and the fiscal headroom created by two years of subsidy rationalisation, has placed the country in a meaningfully stronger position than its neighbours to navigate the current global energy crisis.

Hong Leong Islamic Bank Rebrands As HLB Islamic, Eyes Strong Financing Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd is now known as HLB Islamic following a brand refresh, with the bank aiming to maintain financing growth above the industry average over the next three to five years.

CMP 2026-2030 To Chart Next Phase Of Malaysia’s Capital Market Development - Bursa Malaysia CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) --The Capital Market Masterplan (CMP) 2026-2030 sets a decisive course for the next phase of Malaysia’s capital market development and aims to expand the market size by RM1.5 trillion to RM2 trillion over the next five years.

SC Unveils New Capital Market Masterplan, Targets Market Size Of RM20 Trillion By 2045

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s capital market is projected to grow to between RM13.8 trillion and RM20 trillion by 2045, while expanding organically to between RM5.8 trillion and RM6.3 trillion over the next five years, supported by the implementation of the Capital Market Masterplan 2026–2030 (CMP).

Consistent And Common Policies Strengthen ASEAN Markets, Attract Investments -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Consistent policies and common mechanisms across ASEAN can help create a more connected market, making the bloc more attractive to capital and providing a base of stability for the region’s future progress.

Unicharm Expands Women’s Empowerment Initiatives Across Three Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Unicharm Corporation is accelerating its operations to bridge the global gender gap and foster sustainable economic growth, framing menstruation as a "structural social challenge" rather than a simple awareness issue.

Kumpulan Pelaburan MARA Contributes Corporate Donations, Business Zakat

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- Kumpulan Pelaburan MARA has channelled corporate donations and business zakat covering various welfare initiatives with a total value of RM56,000 in conjunction with the month of Ramadan.

GBI Launches Global Building Certification To Achieve Sustainability, Performance Outcomes

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced the global launch of Ascent Building Certification, a science-based whole building programme designed to evaluate sustainability, health, and resilience practices for commercial real estate across regions and portfolios.

European Markets Fall As Middle East Tensions Escalate

BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS, March 3 (Bernama-dpa-AFX) -- Most European markets closed sharply lower on Monday as stocks tumbled amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, following coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on US bases across the region, reported dpa-AFX.