Ex-MBSB VP fined RM22,000 for not reporting graft
A former vice-president of MBSB was fined RM22,000 in lieu of six months jail by the Sessions Court for failing to report to the MACC a RM3,000 bribe she received five years ago.
Fri Oct 29 2021
Moody's say MBSB merger is credit positive
This is because the merger, according to Moody's, would enable MBSB to gain access to cheaper source of funds and enables them to broaden their revenue stream.
Tue Jul 18 2017
MBSB aims to create second largest Islamic bank with AFB
The AFB merger is the third attempt that MBSB is making in less than three years.
Tue Jun 20 2017
Islamic banking M&A plausible, says AllianceDBS
Potential M&A candidates include the Malaysia Building Society Bhd (MBSB), and Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd (Muamalat), it said in a statement today.
Mon Feb 20 2017
Malaysia's MBSB renews merger attempt, eyes tie-up with Asian Finance Bank
Malaysia Building Society Bhd (MBSB)will begin merger talks with Asian Finance Bank Bhd (AFB) in its third attempt in about two years to convert into a full-fledged Islamic lender.
Wed Dec 21 2016
Merger talks with MBSB going on smoothly, says Bank Muamalat Chairman
The merger negotiations between Bank Muamalat and Malaysia Building Society Bhd (MBSB) is going on very well and smoothly, says Bank Muamalat Chairman Tan Sri Dr Munir Majid.
Wed Nov 25 2015
Bank Muamalat -MBSB merger talks still ongoing
Negotiations on the merger between Bank Muamalat and Malaysia Building Society Bhd (MBSB) are still ongoing, said Khazanah Nasional Bhd Managing Director, Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar.
Thu Nov 12 2015
MBSB's Q2 pre-tax profit declines to RM129.27 million
MBSB's pre-tax profit for the second quarter ended June 30, 2015 declined to RM129.27 million from RM310.89 million in the same quarter of last year.
Thu Aug 06 2015
No merger talks on the card, says MBSB
MBSB has not receive the green light from its shareholders to talk to any financial institution on a potential merger and acquisition.
Thu Apr 09 2015
RHB shares rise after mega-merger plan called off
RHB Capital Bhd's shares rose eight sen to RM7.73 with 844,700 shares changing hands.
Thu Jan 15 2015
Khazanah not concerned about call-off in merger
There will be other chances for CIMB to merge in the future once the bank found a good opportunity, says Khazanah managing director, Azman Mokhtar.
Wed Jan 14 2015
CIMB, RHB and MBSB cease discussions on mega merger
The decision came about after considering the current economic conditions, the parties said in a joint statement today.
Wed Jan 14 2015
Banks' mega merger still on
CIMB Group Holdings Bhd, Malaysia Building Society Bhd and RHB Capital Bhd clarifies that they are still in discussions with respect to the proposed mega merger.
Tue Jan 13 2015
CIMB-RHB-MBSB merger likely to start in 1Q15
The mega bank merger of CIMB Group Holdings Bhd, RHB Capital Bhd and Malaysia Building Society Bhd (MBSB) will likely start in the first quarter of 2015.
Mon Nov 10 2014
CIMB, RHB Capital and MBSB seek approval from Bank Negara for three-way merger
CIMB, RHB Capital and MBSB said an application has been made to Bank Negara Malaysia to seek approval for its proposed three-way merger.
Thu Oct 09 2014
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024