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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 (Bernama) -- Local institutions extended their net buying on Bursa Malaysia to three consecutive weeks, recording net inflows of RM99.9 million last week, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).
By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil
JAKARTA, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Indonesia and Egypt are pushing for an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) and the establishment of a joint investment fund to strengthen bilateral trade and investment cooperation.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Budget 2027’s extension of the income tax exemption and fixed stamp duty rates on ship financing is expected to ease financing constraints for Malaysian shipowners facing stringent collateral requirements and mismatches between loan tenures and ships’ useful lives.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The government’s emphasis on integrity and stewardship in Budget 2027 sets the tone for greater accountability and stronger corporate governance, according to the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) said the RM1.7 billion allocation announced in Budget 2027 to address the financing needs of various target groups will provide momentum for it to reinforce its position as a leading microfinance institution in Malaysia.
By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to strengthen against the US dollar next week, trading within the RM4.07 to RM4.08 range, as markets digest the Budget 2027 announcements for further cues on the country’s economic outlook.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will provide an additional RM5 billion on top of the RM5 billion already allocated to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) affected by the West Asia conflict finance their businesses, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The fiscal deficit is projected to narrow to 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027, in line with the medium-term consolidation under the Public Finance and Fiscal Responsibility Act 2023 (Act 850), the Ministry of Finance (MoF) said.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Power Grid (APG) offers Malaysia a vital opportunity to solidify its position in the regional energy market, leveraging its strategic geographical position, well-developed power infrastructure and experience in cross-border electricity trading.
By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is projected to expand by a commendable 4.2-5.2 per cent in 2027, from 4.8-5.3 per cent this year, supported by sustained domestic demand, favourable labour market conditions, continued income growth and firm investment activity, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) today.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) has appointed Datuk Seri Dr Zukri Samat as its new chairman, effective Oct 12, 2026, succeeding Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- The total outstanding government-guaranteed loans for the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) stood at RM5.88 billion as of Sept 30, 2026, after accounting for principal repayments totalling RM3.04 billion, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF).
