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Maybank Reports Mixed First-Half Results Amid Shifting Economic Landscape
Malaysia’s largest banking group posted a resilient second quarter despite a slight dip in overall half-year net profit.
Prime Minister Anwar Calls for Human-Centric Innovation in Malaysia’s Tech Sector
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that Malaysia’s rapid adoption of AI and emerging technologies must remain grounded in national values and ethical considerations.
IJM Corp Sees Share Price Boost Following Strong Data Centre Construction Gains
Analysts have upgraded their targets for IJM Corp as the construction giant reaps the rewards of Malaysia’s booming data centre development sector.
RAM Ratings Reaffirms AAA Status for Khazanah Nasional Funding Conduits
Malaysia’s sovereign wealth fund maintains its top-tier credit rating, signalling continued financial stability and strong institutional alignment with the federal government.
Leong Hup International Outlook Remains Resilient Amidst Strengthening Malaysian Operations
Analysts maintain positive stance on poultry giant as domestic performance offsets potential global market volatility.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Charged With Failure To Declare Assets
The Bera MP faces potential imprisonment after being charged in the Sessions Court over the non-disclosure of significant cash and gold assets.
Apparel Retailer EMPG Group Secures Bursa Malaysia ACE Market Listing Approval
The clothing firm plans to transition into a public entity following a positive nod from the local stock exchange regulator.
Setel Ventures Fined RM637,000 by Bank Negara Over Compliance Lapses
The central bank has penalized the popular digital wallet operator for failing to adhere to mandatory targeted financial sanctions protocols.
Bank Islam Profits Rise Amidst Malaysia’s Shifting Economic Landscape
Bank Islam posted a solid earnings growth for the first half of 2026, though analysts warn of looming sector-wide headwinds.
Setel Pays RM637,500 Penalty Following Bank Negara Sanctions Compliance Lapses
The e-wallet provider failed to maintain up-to-date sanctions-screening databases, prompting enforcement action from Malaysia’s central bank.
Bursa Malaysia Climbs Amid Pre-National Day Optimism
Local equities see early gains as investors prepare for potential festive buying activity ahead of Merdeka.
BNM Imposes RM901,500 Penalty on Setel and Standard Chartered for Sanctions Failures
Regulators identified systemic screening gaps at major financial and fintech entities, leading to significant fines for anti-money laundering compliance lapses.
Malaysia Spearheads Asean Green Jobs Initiative for 2026-2030 Period
Putrajaya has been tasked with leading the regional green economy workforce agenda to bridge future skill gaps across Southeast Asia.
PM Anwar Calls for Academic Freedom to Drive National Intellectual Growth
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysian universities to grant students total liberty to express views and cultivate critical thinking.
PM Anwar Calls for Patience as AUKU Reform Framework Takes Shape
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has requested that university stakeholders remain patient as the government prepares a comprehensive overhaul of student governance laws.
Apple Sets September 10 Date for iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable Debut
The upcoming keynote marks a historic transition in Apple’s leadership and product strategy as the company prepares to unveil its first foldable device.
Malaysia Fuel Prices This Week (2026-08-27)
Pump prices, 27 Aug 🇲🇾
Perodua Secures New Electronics Deal for Upcoming ICE Model Launch in 2027
Automotive supplier MCE Holdings has confirmed a RM54.28 million contract to supply advanced electronic components for a new Perodua internal combustion vehicle.
MCE Holdings Secures RM54 Million Perodua Supply Deal for ICE Models
The automotive components manufacturer will supply high-tech electronics for a new Perodua internal combustion engine vehicle over a 40-month period.
Samsung Malaysia Adjusts Galaxy A-Series Pricing Amid Rising Global Component Costs
Selected Galaxy A37 and A57 models face price hikes of RM200 effective this September, though one entry-level configuration sees a notable discount.
Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Fined RM264,000 Over Sanctions Compliance Failures
Bank Negara Malaysia issued administrative monetary penalties to the bank’s conventional and Islamic banking arms for delays in updating mandatory financial sanctions databases.
Ringgit Gains Ground as Markets Brace for Jackson Hole Policy Clues
The local note rose to 4.0240 against the US dollar as falling American Treasury yields signal a shift in investor sentiment regarding Federal Reserve rate policy.
Malaysia Fuel Prices Adjust Upward Across the Board for Late August 2026
The Ministry of Finance has announced a five-sen price increase for RON95, RON97, and diesel fuels effective through September 2.
Why Your Local Massage Timer Needs Government Verification
A recent KPDN enforcement action in Sabah highlights the strict regulatory standards governing commercial instruments used to calculate customer bills.
Ringgit Gains Ground as US Treasury Yields Ease Ahead of Jackson Hole
The Malaysian ringgit strengthened against the US dollar as investors recalibrated positions in anticipation of pivotal signals from the US Federal Reserve.
Khairy Jamaluddin Enters Corporate Advisory Space With New Firm Flowstate
Former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has launched boutique advisory firm Flowstate to guide clients through complex political and investment landscapes.
Malaysia Condemns Israeli Seizure of UNRWA Facility in East Jerusalem
Putrajaya has issued a strong rebuke following the seizure of a United Nations humanitarian site by Israeli forces in occupied East Jerusalem.
Razorpay Curlec Integrates DuitNow Pay to Streamline Malaysian E-Commerce Payments
The fintech firm has rolled out a unified checkout solution that merges various bank and e-wallet options into a single, standardized interface for local merchants.
Bursa Malaysia Gains Momentum as Cooling Oil Prices Boost Investor Sentiment
Increased buying interest in banking and conglomerate shares helped Bursa Malaysia close higher amid a broader regional recovery.
Setel Ventures Hit With RM637,500 BNM Penalty Over Compliance Failures
Bank Negara Malaysia has sanctioned the Petronas-owned e-wallet provider for lapses in its targeted financial sanctions database and customer screening protocols.
