Malaysia

Credit Risk

Malaysia Expands Financial Support Package to Benefit MSMEs

By Editors | 26/04/2026

The government has announced a new loan facility and expanded a financing guarantee scheme to help businesses manage global economic pressures and supply chain disruptions.

Trading & Investment

Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges to Collaborate on ETFs and Listings

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2026

The bourses announced plans for a new cross-border ETF, dual listings, and Islamic finance products to enhance regional market connectivity.

Reporting & Disclosures

Malaysia Launches ASEAN's First Circular Economy Certification for SMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The government-backed initiative aims to help small businesses access green financing and meet stricter global ESG standards.

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia Launches National Programme to Boost Investor Literacy

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The initiative aims to train 550 individuals to encourage more informed and responsible retail participation in the capital market.

Credit Risk

Malaysia Unveils New Guarantee Scheme, Eases Rules for MSMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/04/2026

The government is providing enhanced credit guarantees and extending compliance deadlines to help small businesses navigate the global energy crisis.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Launches Programme to Boost Listed Company Valuations

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/04/2026

The 'MY Value Up' initiative will encourage top firms to improve strategic disclosures and focus on long-term value creation.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Eyes Deeper Capital Market Ties with China

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/04/2026

Regulators and exchange representatives met with Chinese counterparts to accelerate capital market linkages, focusing on new investment flows and regulatory cooperation.

Malaysia Recovers 1MDB-Linked Artworks Amid Gaps in Fugitive Pursuit

By Nithya Subramanian | 17/04/2026

Four artworks valued at nearly USD 200,000 have been returned as part of ongoing recovery efforts, but alleged mastermind Jho Low remains absent from Interpol’s public list.

Credit Risk

BNM to Provide Financing Support to Firms Amid Global Volatility

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/04/2026

Malaysia unveils a 10-point plan to strengthen bank support for MSMEs, focusing on improving access to financing and credit delivery.