Proposal For CPO Export Tax Exemption Still Under Discussion -- Noraini

By Ahmad Erwan Othman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- The proposal for a 10 per cent export tax exemption on crude palm oil (CPO) for November is still in the planning stage and requires further discussion before any decision is made, said Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.

Islamic Finance Has Evolved through Innovation With Purpose To Drive Economic, Social Impact – BNM Governor

By M.Saraswathi and Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Islamic finance industry is evolving beyond traditional banking to play a wider role in people’s lives and the economy, from helping microentrepreneurs build sustainable businesses to enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to enter global markets. 

Global Investor Chooses Malaysia For US$50 Bln Investment In Tech Sector – Anwar

MELAKA, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today disclosed that a global investor plans to invest US$50 billion (US$1=RM4.08) in the artificial intelligence (AI), new technology and data centre sectors in Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia.

MyCoverageOKU Facilitates Persons With Disabilities' Access To Insurance, Takaful Info

SHAH ALAM, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- The country’s insurance and takaful industry continues to increase efforts to promote financial inclusion through the launch of MyCoverageOKU, a digital platform that provides easier access to information for persons with disabilities (PwD).

Selangor Targets RM90 Bln In Investments This Year -- Amirudin

BANGI, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- Selangor is targeting RM90 billion in investments this year, up from RM80 billion recorded last year, following encouraging investment momentum in the state.

EON Launches First Vehicle Body And Paint Repair Hub In Glenmarie

SHAH ALAM, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- Edaran Otomobil Nasional Bhd (EON) has strengthened its after-sales services for customers with the launch of its first vehicle body and paint repair hub in Glenmarie here.

Govt Encourages Local Companies To Formulate Long-Term Strategies, Reduce Imports -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The government encourages local companies to formulate long-term strategies to grow the country’s economy without increasing imports, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. 

Astro Malaysia To Dispose Of Broadband Business Assets For RM83 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary, MEASAT Broadcast Network Systems Sdn Bhd (MBNS), has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Maxis Broadband Sdn Bhd to dispose of its broadband business assets for  RM83 million.

Shandong BRICS Trade Conference Draws Delegates From 30 Countries

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- More than 100 business delegates from 30 countries and regions, including BRICS members and partner nations, met over 200 local companies at a trade and investment conference that opened in Jinan, the capital of east China’s Shandong province.

Bursa Malaysia's Key Index Ends At Intraday High On Selective Buying In Heavyweights

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week on a flattish note, although the benchmark index managed to finish marginally higher as selective buying in index heavyweights helped offset cautious sentiment ahead of the weekend, said an analyst. 

EIP, Singapore's EDB Deepen Ties On Energy Innovation And Decarbonisation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Energy Impact Partners (EIP), a global energy investor, has deepened its partnership with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) to help advance energy innovation and decarbonisation in Singapore.

Use Data And Analytics To Improve Subsidy Targeting Based On Household Needs -- Experts

BANGI, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should use data and analytics to improve subsidy targeting based on household needs, helping those most in need while maintaining fiscal sustainability.