Malaysia

PEPs & Sanctions

BNM Fines Zurich Units for Sanctions Screening Failures

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/04/2026

The central bank has penalised two insurance units for failing to promptly update their sanctions database, leading to the onboarding of sanctioned entities.

Anti-Money Laundering

Malaysia’s Labuan FSA Outlines Plan to Prioritise Regulatory Strengthening

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/04/2026

The offshore regulator plans enhancements across key sectors while aligning with global standards, following a 13% rise in industry assets.

Tokenisation

Malaysia’s Khazanah, SC Launch First Tokenised Sukuk

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/04/2026

Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund and securities regulator have priced a MYR 100 million tokenised Islamic bond in a pilot project to modernise the capital market.

Credit Risk

BNM Launches MYR 5bn Financing Facility for SMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/04/2026

The central bank introduced a new credit package to provide working capital support for small businesses affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia Launches Carbon Market Policy, Tax on Hold

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2026

The policy establishes a framework for carbon credit trading, prioritising market integrity and international cooperation ahead of a carbon tax.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Plans Regional Shariah Screening Tool to Boost ETF Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

The initiative aims to position the country as a hub for regional Islamic investment products, aligning with a new broader ASEAN capital markets plan.

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.