Ex-BNM governor: Malaysia needs to relook at existing taxation system
Malaysia needs to relook at its existing taxation system in order to have a more comprehensive and equitable system, said former Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim.
Thu Dec 15 2022
Teh Hong Piow a giant within the banking fraternity - Former BNM governor
Public Bank Bhd founder Tan Sri Teh Hong Piow, who died today at the age of 92, was a giant within the banking fraternity, said former Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim.
Mon Dec 12 2022
BNM raises interest rates to 3.25 percent
At the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting today, Bank Negara Malaysia decided to increase the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 3.25 percent.
Thu Jan 25 2018
BNM establishes currency framework with Bank Indonesia, Bank of Thailand
The new frameworks will better facilitate trade and investments between Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand.
Mon Dec 11 2017
Charge for online instant transfer to be waived next year
This is to encourage more people to utilise digital payment platforms.
Fri Dec 08 2017
Nomura Research not bullish on Malaysian banks
Nomura Research places Malaysian banks to be the least attractive among key Southeast Asian banks. They placed the Philippines' banks, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia in that order
Tue Nov 21 2017
Oversupply of office space could be worse than Asian financial crisis - BNM
In the quarterly bulletin published by BNM, the paper entitled "Imbalances in the Property Market" also spells out an oversupply in the office space as well.
Fri Nov 17 2017
BNM seeks more focused delivery of mandates under Malaysian development financial institutions
BNM is planning to work with the leadership of local financial institutions and other stakeholders in government to address a more focused delivery of mandates.
Tue Sep 19 2017
Malaysia's economy likely to grow higher in 2017, target to be revised
Malaysia's economy is expected to record a higher growth this year, exceeding the initial target of between 4.3 per cent and 4.8 per cent on the back of the strong first-half performance,
Fri Aug 18 2017
Strengthened transparency framework to come in force on Jan 1 - BNM Governor
The introduction of the framework was to reiterate the central bank's seriousness in upholding ethical standards and integrity.
Sat May 13 2017
Allocation for training in banking industry still below global benchmark
The Malaysian banking industry, on average, only allocated around three per cent of employee payroll for their annual training expenditure, said Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Tue Apr 18 2017
Challenging 2017 but a better global environment - BNM Governor
"The only certainty (for the world economy now) is more uncertainty in 2017," said BNM Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim who amazed many with his witty humour for someone who is known to be serious.
Thu Mar 23 2017
Malaysian economy to expand btw 4.3-4.8 pct this year, says BNM Governor
The country's economy is projected to expand between 4.3 and 4.8 per cent this year driven by domestic demand and support from the external sector, says BNM Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Thu Mar 23 2017
5 facts about BNM's Annual Report, Financial Stability and Payment Systems 2016
Bank Negara Malaysia today released the Financial Stability and Payment Systems Report 2016
Thu Mar 23 2017
Bank Negara to work closer with regional central banks
Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim said the central bank had long been a strong supporter of financial economic integration in ASEAN and Asia.
Fri Dec 23 2016
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024