EPF voluntary contributions reach RM14.13bil from 1.12 million members
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 1.12 million Employees Provident Fund members have made voluntary contributions amounting to RM14.13bil as of August, says the Finance Ministry.
High-value sectors main thematic play of budget
PETALING JAYA: Construction, industrial, renewables, technology and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) are expected to be the key thematic plays following Budget 2026, according to analysts.
RM209mil top-up for Johor’s 2025 budget
Johor government has allocated over RM209mil more under the state's Budget 2025 to boost people-centric initiatives and address the rising cost of living.
Floods: Sabah agrofood sector hit with RM2.2mil in losses
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah's agrofood sector suffered over RM2.2mil in losses because of floods that hit several districts recently.
Senator decries peanuts for docs
PETALING JAYA: A plate of nasi lemak has gone up to RM3.60 from RM2 in 2012 – an increase of 81%.
Perlindungan Tenang Voucher 3.0 offers affordable cover for STR recipients
KUALA LUMPUR: The Perlindungan Tenang Voucher 3.0 scheme offers affordable insurance and takaful protection for Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) recipients, says the Finance Ministry.
RM492bil spent on reform agendas under Budget 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of RM492bil has been allocated for reform agendas under Budget 2025 by the government, the Dewan Rakyat was told.
Aid helps single mums stretch the ringgit
KUALA NERUS: The Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) financial aid via MyKad not only ensures assistance reaches deserving people but also allows recipients to benefit from special promotional prices at some supermarkets.
SME Bank's RM211mil strategic initiative to support MSME growth - Amir Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR: The launch of a strategic initiative worth RM211 million by Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank) is set to support the sustainable and inclusive growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) segment.
Contributions for foreign workers to start October, EPF stepping up engagement efforts
PETALING JAYA: To ensure the smooth implementation of a new legislation mandating retirement contributions to non-Malaysians, the Employee Provident Fund (EPF) is intensifying its engagement and consultation efforts with employers and key stakeholders.
