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ESG / Sustainability
Malaysia Consults on Local Implementation of ISSB Standards
By Editors | 18/02/2024
IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 would be mandatory for Main Market issuers, and potentially ACE Market issuers and large non-listed companies.

ESG / Sustainability
Top ASEAN Exchanges to Jointly Develop Sustainability Ecosystem
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 15/02/2024
The exchanges will reconvene in July to finalise the ecosystem’s implementation details, governance framework and operating structure.

Enforcement
SC Malaysia Awarded $515m in Insider Trading Case
By Mark Johnston | 15/02/2024
Malaysia’s High Court ordered a former CEO to pay the Securities Commission three times profits, as well as a civil penalty and legal costs.

Fintech / Regtech
Bursa Malaysia Announces Launch of New SME Fundraising Platform
By Nithya Subramanian | 24/01/2024
The platform will connect SMEs with capital providers such as private equity firms, venture capitalists or other financial institutions.

ESG / Sustainability
Bursa to Boost Solar Renewable Energy Certificates in Malaysia
By Mark Johnston | 19/01/2024
The partnership aims to support Malaysia’s renewable energy targets and respond to growing corporate demand for RECs.

Securities / Derivatives
Malaysia to Exempt Unit Trusts from CGT, FSI Tax
By Editors | 16/01/2024
The exemption on CGT is effective until 31 Dec 2028. The exemption on FSI is effective until 31 Dec 2026.

Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Malaysia Launches Transition to “Multi-asset Exchange”
By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2024
Bursa Malaysia launched a gold trading platform, a new customer portal, and a new platform to connect investors directly with dealer representatives.

ESG / Sustainability
Malaysia Set to Consult on Local Use of ISSB Standards
By Editors | 09/01/2024
A six-week public consultation will be launched next month to solicit views and feedback on implementing the ISSB standards.

Market Infrastructure
Bursa Malaysia, RAM Holdings Launch Debt Fundraising Platform
By Nithya Subramanian | 29/12/2023
The platform will allow listed and unlisted companies to raise funds through the issuance of credit-rated investment notes.

Enforcement
Bursa Malaysia Fines Ten Serba Dinamik Directors for Listing Rule Breaches
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/12/2023
Timely and accurate disclosure of financial statements and material information are fundamental obligations of listed companies, Bursa Malaysia said.
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