Malaysia

Market Infrastructure

BNM Finalises Responsibility Mapping Framework for FIs

By Editors | 30/12/2023

A two-year transitional period, instead of one year as initially proposed, is provided before the responsibility mapping framework comes into effect.

Market Infrastructure

Bursa Malaysia, RAM Holdings Launch Debt Fundraising Platform

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/12/2023

The platform will allow listed and unlisted companies to raise funds through the issuance of credit-rated investment notes.

Enforcement

Malaysia Mulls Legal Action Against Foreign Banks Over 1MDB

By Mark Johnston | 22/12/2023

At least eight foreign banks neglected KYC verification procedures, resulting in misdirection of 1MDB funds into unintended accounts.

Enforcement

Bursa Malaysia Fines Ten Serba Dinamik Directors for Listing Rule Breaches

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/12/2023

Timely and accurate disclosure of financial statements and material information are fundamental obligations of listed companies, Bursa Malaysia said.

Capital / Liquidity

BNM Finalises Capital Rules for Operational Risk, CCP Exposures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 18/12/2023

BNM consulted on the new requirements late last year. The new requirements will take effect on 1 January 2025.

Fintech / Regtech

BNM Sets Regulatory Requirements for BNPL Products

By Manesh Samtani | 17/12/2023

The policy prohibits “pre-approved” BNPL credit, requires affordability assessments to be performed, and limits the fees that can be charged.

Securities / Derivatives

SC Malaysia Simplifies Process for ACE-to-Main Market Transfers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/12/2023

The new transfer process will incentivise ACE Market companies to improve corporate value and achieve sustainable growth.

ESG / Sustainability

Bursa Malaysia Tops Asia in Gender Equality on Boards

By Mark Johnston | 14/12/2023

Bursa Malaysia has been ranked as Asia’s top exchange for gender equality in corporate boardrooms by the UN SSE and IFC.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Launches First Currency Futures Contract

By Editors | 12/12/2023

The new Mini USD/CNH Futures contract was launched through a licensing agreement established with HKEX.