Aug 03, 2026
IT could be time for large Malaysian corporations to consider tapping the panda bond market. While panda bonds are not a new phenomenon @ the People@s Bank of China (PBoC) introduced the concept some 20 years ago @ they now appear to be in a sweet spot.
Aug 03, 2026
The Malaysian ringgit bond and sukuk market achieved a historic milestone in July 2026, with total outstanding issuances reaching an all-time high of RM2.362 trillion. This represented a month-on-month increase of RM8 billion, or 0.34%, from RM2.354 trillion recorded in June 2026, reflecting...
Jul 29, 2026
Environ­mental, social and governance (ESG) principles must become a way of life rather than be treated as a mere corporate reporting requirement if Malaysia is to remain competitive and achieve sustainable development, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Jul 28, 2026
The latest round of tariffs imposed by the United States is seen to be less disruptive to Malaysia@s economy than initially feared, with economists saying the new 10% Section 301 forced labour tariff will likely have only a manageable near-term effect on exports and growth.
Jul 27, 2026
Malaysia@s US$1.5bil (RM6.14bil) global sukuk issuance attracted ­overwhelming demand from international investors, with an oversubscription rate of 4.7 times.
Jul 24, 2026
Malaysia@s drive to attract higher-quality investments will be bolstered by deeper access to international capital, with the country looking to leverage on Hong Kong@s financial markets to help fund high-value industries and major infrastructure projects under a new phase of bilateral capital...
Jul 22, 2026
The environmental, social and governance (ESG) halo is no longer enough. The balance sheet is waiting. Plantation reality begins where claim meets record, fruit meets lorry, lorry meets mill, and the weighbridge refuses to be impressed by adjectives.
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