MSIA Seeks RM100 Mln Automation Allowance Limit; 200 Pct R&D Tax Deduction

Refined SST System Could Create More Efficient Tax Environment – EY

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- A refined sales and services tax (SST) system incorporating measures to minimise tax cascading, broaden the tax base and strengthen compliance could help create a more neutral and efficient tax environment for businesses, according to EY Malaysia’s Tax Managing Partner Farah Rosley.

Former Factory Worker Reaping Rewards From IPR-INTAN Chilli Venture

By Kamarul Halim M Kamal

KLUANG, Oct 4 (Bernama) -- Former factory worker Mohd Rosli Jumain never thought that his decision to quit his job after working for 20 years to take part in the Program Inisiatif Pendapatan Rakyat-Inisiatif Usahawan Tani (IPR-INTAN) would pay off, enabling him to earn nearly RM3,000 a month.

Malaysia Welcomes Bahrain Investment, Seeks To Expand Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia welcomes investment from Bahrain and is ready to expand cooperation in various fields, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Malaysia Shifts From Efficiency To Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic focus has shifted from pursuing efficiency to building greater resilience as the country continues to outperform growth forecasts despite global uncertainty, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) said.

Budget 2027 Should Focus On Outcomes Of Technology Investments - Epicor

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027 should focus on ensuring technology investments translate into measurable gains in productivity, quality and supply chain resilience, rather than merely encouraging manufacturers to adopt new technologies, according to technology company Epicor.

Rubber Prices Likely To Move Higher Next Week On Weather Concerns

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market is expected to see volatility in supply and demand next week, with prices likely to move higher before stabilising, largely depending on weather conditions, said industry expert Denis Low.

Ringgit Expected To Gain Ground Next Week Amid Weaker US Jobs Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to strengthen against the US dollar next week, trading in the range of RM4.07 to RM4.08, as weaker-than-expected US employment data could reinforce expectations that the US Federal Reserve might skip a rate hike this month.

Eco-Shop Marks 23rd Anniversary With Buy & Win Campaign, RM250,000 In Prizes Up For Grabs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Eco-Shop Malaysia Berhad is marking its 23rd anniversary with a nationwide Buy & Win campaign from Oct 5 to Nov 29, offering customers the chance to win prizes worth a total of RM250,000.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Slightly Higher On Bargain-hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia staged a slight recovery on Friday as bargain-hunting emerged following a recent sharp sell-off, said an analyst.

MBSB IB Calls For Stronger Support For Small- And Medium-cap Companies In Budget 2027

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

PETALING JAYA, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Greater tax certainty for companies and stronger support for small- and medium-cap companies are among the measures that could provide further impetus to Malaysia’s capital market under Budget 2027.

Budget 2027: Labuan SME Association Seeks Tax Relief For Local Businesses

LABUAN, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Association of Labuan has called for the service tax exemption under Section 48 of the Service Tax Act 2018 to be applied to services performed entirely in Labuan under Budget 2027.