Financial Institutions Ready To Assist Malaysians Affected By Nepal-China Floods -- BNM

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Financial service providers stand ready to extend appropriate relief and support to the families of the victims affected by the recent floods along the Nepal-China border, in line with applicable laws and regulatory requirements, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

MidOcean Secures Over US$4 Bln In 2026 Capital Raise

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- MidOcean Energy (MidOcean), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, has concluded its 2026 equity capital raise, securing more than US$4 billion of closed and pending commitments over the last 12 months. (US$1 = RM4.08)

Islamic Finance Must Remain Innovative, Inclusive, Globally Competitive - PM Anwar 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- All parties must strive to ensure that Islamic finance remains innovative, inclusive and globally competitive in navigating the challenging period of global and economic uncertainty, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

EMGA Arranges 100 Mln Euros Facility For Brazil’s BTG Pactual

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) has arranged a 100 million euros debt financing facility for Brazil-based BTG Pactual, supporting the bank’s expansion of sustainable and impact-orientated financing initiatives in Brazil. (1 Euro = RM4.62)

RUA AlHaram AlMakki Forges Malaysia, Brunei Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company (RUA AlHaram AlMakki), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and master developer of King Salman Gate, has signed three strategic collaboration agreements with institutions in Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam to explore investment and development opportunities in Makkah, Madinah and Brunei.

UMS To Save More Than RM57 Mln In Electricity Costs Through Solar Project

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is expected to save more than RM57 million in electricity costs through its solar energy project.

JC3 Journey To Zero Conference Reaffirms Financial Sector’s Role In Driving Climate, Resilient Growth - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The Joint Committee on Climate Change (JC3) Journey to Zero Conference 2026 has reaffirmed the critical role of the financial industry in advancing Malaysia’s sustainable and resilient growth agenda, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

KOSA, MegazoneCloud Highlight Korean AI And Software Firms’ ASEAN Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Korea AI·Software Industry Association (KOSA) and MegazoneCloud jointly operated the "Korea Industrial AX Pavilion" at Tech Week Singapore 2026 from Sept 29 to 30.

Penang Welcomes 285,400 Medical Tourists, Generates RM601.8 Mln In 1H 2026

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Penang attracted about 285,400 medical tourists and generated RM601.8 million in medical tourism revenue in the first half (1H) of 2026, according to data from the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC).

GX Bank Urges Measures To Lower Borrowing Costs In Budget 2027

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The government should extend targeted stamp duty exemptions for small-ticket loans disbursed by digital banks to reduce borrowing costs for small businesses and lower-income borrowers in Budget 2027.

Proton: Long-Term Auto Policy, Comprehensive Vehicle Renewal Framework Needed In Budget 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Proton Holdings Bhd is calling for a long-term and technology-inclusive automotive policy in Budget 2027 to support the industry’s transition towards electrified vehicles (xEVs).

BNM Considers Greater Risk-taking To Support Energy Transition - Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is considering giving financial institutions more room to take on higher risks responsibly to support the energy transition, Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said.