Malaysia

SC Malaysia Seeks Feedback On Governance Code For MSMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 12/03/2024

The proposed code aims to assist MSMEs in fostering long-term sustainability, attracting investment, and effectively navigating the business landscape.

Malaysian State Firms Asked to Support Local Currency

By Editors | 09/03/2024

The government and central bank are encouraging GLCs and GLICs to repatriate and convert foreign investment income to ringgit.

Fintech / Regtech

BNM to Upgrade RENTAS, Including to Facilitate CBDC

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/03/2024

BNM’s modernisation plan for RENTAS includes future-proofing the system and enhancing its risk management functionalities.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia to Launch New Soyoil Futures on 18 March

By Editors | 06/03/2024

The new futures contract is made possible by a licensing agreement signed with the Dalian Commodity Exchange last year.

Capital / Liquidity

BNM Sets Expectations on Climate Risk Stress Testing

By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2024

Capital add-ons may be used to address inadequate progress towards strengthening resilience to climate-related risks.

Fintech / Regtech

Malaysia, Cambodia Agree to Link Payment Systems

By Editors | 05/03/2024

BNM and NBC agreed to encourage the use of local currency settlement and to link their payment systems to enable cross-border QR payments.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia to Ramp Up Focus on Nature Risk, Transition Finance

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2024

The Joint Committee on Climate Change also pledged continued transition support for SMEs, and to launch new training in Q2 2024.

Market Infrastructure

BNM Consults on Enhanced Product Disclosure Requirements

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/03/2024

BNM is consulting on enhanced product disclosure requirements to minimise mis-selling of financial products.

Fintech / Regtech

BNM Launches Enhanced Framework for Regulatory Sandbox

By Editors | 01/03/2024

The enhanced framework makes it easier for early-stage fintechs to meet the eligibility requirements and introduces an accelerated pathway for regulated firms.