Household Debt Growth Stable, Underpinned By Strong Labour Market – BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 (Bernama) -- Household borrowings remained sound at end-2025, supported by strong debt-servicing capacity and a healthy labour market, with the loan impairment ratio stable at 1.0 per cent, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) said.

Vantris Energy's FY2026 Net Profit Surges To RM3.73 Bln On Debt Forgiveness

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Vantris Energy Bhd’s net profit surged to RM3.73 billion for the financial year ended Jan 31, 2026 (FY2026), from RM189.53 million in FY2025, driven by a one-off recognition of about RM4.1 billion in forgiveness of debt arising from its restructuring exercise.

Special Act On BNPL Can Protect Consumers Especially Youths From Debt Burden

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The enactment of a special act relating to the 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL) scheme is important to protect consumers, especially the younger generation, from high debt burdens.

Embracing Risk-sharing Business Will Be Game Changer For Malaysia’s Robust Islamic Banking Sector – Economists

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, March 23 (Bernama) -- Intense demand coupled with the wider acceptance of shariah-compliant financial products will continue expanding Islamic banking in Malaysia despite stiff competition from the conventional sector, an economist said today.

Gold Falling Due To Market Misreading Monetary “Endgame” -- Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- Gold prices are currently under pressure due to market liquidation, rising real yields and temporarily delayed physical demand, rather than a breakdown in the long-term macroeconomic outlook, according to an analyst.

IMF Warns Prolonged Energy Price Surge Could Lift Inflation

ISTANBUL, March 20 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said Thursday that a sustained rise in energy prices stemming from the war in West Asia could push global inflation higher and weigh on economic output.

BNM International Reserves At US$128.1 Bln As At March 13, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- The Bank Negara Malaysia’s international reserves stood at US$128.1 billion as at March 13, 2026.

Malaysia’s Macro Position Is Stronger To Weather Shock Compared To Pandemic Era, Says World Bank's Apurva

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s stronger ringgit is helping to ease the impact of rising global import prices, although the country’s import cover has declined, compared with pre-COVID 19 pandemic levels, said the World Bank's lead economist for Malaysia, Dr Apurva Sanghi.

Towards a Financially Confident Malaysia: Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever

By Adnan Zaylani

There is a growing realisation across Malaysia that financial literacy is no longer a luxury skill reserved for financially savvy individuals. It is fast becoming a necessity for every household, student,  worker, entrepreneur and retiree.

BNPL Use Among Malaysian Youth Raises Concern As Under-30s Make Up 40 Pct - Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Buy now, pay later (BNPL) use among Malaysian youth raises concern as those aged 30 and below make up about 40 per cent of BNPL transactions in the country, Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said.

Oil Price Shocks, Inflation and the Fragility of the Global Economy

By Dr Phar Kim Beng

Few economic indicators shape global stability as decisively as the price of oil. 

Household Financial Discipline As Important As National Economic Resilience, Says Academician

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Household financial discipline is just as critical as national economic resilience, particularly amid global uncertainties that could affect prices, incomes and overall financial stability.