Malaysia's large banks able to face competition from innovative digital banks - Moody's investors
Malaysia's six largest banking groups by assets are well-positioned to face competition from innovative digital banks following the announcement of five new digital entrants announced by Bank Negara.
Wed May 04 2022
Malaysia's diverse exports to help mitigate lockdown impact - Moody's
Msia's diverse export destinations and products should help to mitigate the impact of a prolonged national lockdown through the end of June.
Wed Jun 23 2021
Loan repayment assistance poses risks to Malaysian banks' asset quality, strong capitalisation a respite - Moody's
The proportion of loans under RA for these banks increased to 13 per cent on average in February from 11 per cent in November 2020.
Thu Mar 04 2021
Budget 2021 recognises continuous support to lives and livelihoods - World Bank
The budget emphasises on inclusivity with further measures to sustain social protection support to vulnerable people.
Sat Nov 07 2020
Malaysia's credit profile relatively resilient - Moodys
The rating agency also argues that it would take a significant deterioration of Malaysia's (A3 stable) external metrics from current levels for the country's credit profile to weaken.
Wed Aug 16 2017
MAHB's shares down after Moody's downgrade
MAHB share was easier this morning in the wake of the company being downgraded by rating agency, Moody's Investors Service, over challenges to its Turkey unit.
Thu Jul 28 2016
Malaysia's fiscal policy effective, says Moody's
Malaysia's monetary policy is effective in ensuring adequate levels of liquidity, banking stability and low inflation, said Moody's Investors Service.
Thu Mar 17 2016
Moody's expects capitalisation of Malaysian banks to remain robust
Global credit rating agency, Moody's Investors Service, expects the capitalisation of banks in Malaysia to remain robust.
Mon Mar 07 2016
Moody's: Global banks' credit risks to low oil prices rising
The deepening oil price slump will intensify pressure on banks globally, with those in major net oil exporting countries most exposed to credit risks in the near term.
Thu Feb 25 2016
Najib: Rakyat must have confidence in line with int'l rating agencies
Najib said the level of confidence of these international bodies must be disseminated to the rakyat to show that so much had been done by the government.
Tue Dec 08 2015
Political risk on Malaysia's creditworthiness very low - Moody's Investors Service
Moody's Investors Service has rated the likelihood of political factors in Malaysia affecting the country's creditworthiness as very low.
Sat Nov 14 2015
Malaysian govt's fiscal consolidation to remain intact, says Moody's
Malaysia's fiscal consolidation trend will remain intact this year due to the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax and the reduction of energy subsidies, says Moody's Investors Service.
Fri Oct 23 2015
Moody's lauds Khazanah's key role in national development
Moody's Investors Service has commended Khazanah Nasional Bhd over the key role it plays in national development.
Wed Sep 17 2014
BN win will ensure Malaysia pro-growth policy-- Moody's
Barisan Nasional (BN)'s retention of government assures the continuation of Malaysia's pro-growth policy, says Moody's Investors Service.
Tue May 07 2013
Moody's: TM's 2012 results has no impact on current A3 rating
Moody's Investors Service noted that Telekom Malaysia Bhd's full year results for 2012 were in line with expectations, and hence will have no impact on TMB's current A3 rating.
Thu Feb 28 2013
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
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024