Malaysia
CIMB raises sustainable finance target to $70.5b by 2030
CIMB raises sustainable finance target to $70.5b by 2030
It plans to grow its sustainable finance capabilities to support regional and national plans.
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Malaysia’s Kenanga Investment Bank launches HSCEI, HSTECH structured warrants
Both warrants were launched under its flagship brand, NagaWarrants by Kenanga.
5 days ago
PayNet launches Alipay+ and WeChat Pay promos to lift DuitNow QR payments
It includes discounts and even an all-expense trip to Hong Kong.
5 days ago
Malaysia’s banks log 5.3% loan growth in May with construction boost
This was offset by a slight decelration in working capital loans, said UOB Kay Hian.
OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad recognised at Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Awards 2025
The awards honour the Bank’s role as a steadfast advocate of sustainable and green financing in the bond and loan markets.
Malaysia’s private sector loans up 5.4% in May
Business loan growth accelerated whilst corporate bond growth moderated.
Malaysia’s digital banks face costlier and slower-than-expected loan growth
They may temper deposit-gathering efforts as a result, a positive for incumbents.
Malaysia rolls out innovation lab for climate finance solutions
Greater private sector involvement is needed to accelerate Malaysia’s climate journey.
CIMB Group names Datuk Syed Zaid Albar as group chairman
He is the former executive chairman of the Securities Commission Malaysia.
SMBC Malaysia nabs StanChart banker as head of corporate banking
Wendy Ooi will lead SMBC Malaysia’s non-Japanese corporate banking strategy.
Bank Muamalat unveils Islamic digital bank ATLAS
It offers Shariah-compliant financing, DuitNow onboarding, and personalised services.
HSBC, Allianz Life launch wealth growth and life protection plan in Malaysia
The plan offers a minimum sum assured of MYR1m and payment flexibility.
Chart of the Week: Malaysia’s card payments to grow 4% in 2025
Wider card acceptance and contactless cards will help drive this growth.
CIMB’s net profits up 1.9% to MYR 1.97b in Q1 2025
Operating income and non-interest income both contracted.
HSBC Malaysia penalized $690,000 for customer screening non-compliance
Customers were reportedly onboarded without proper sanctions screening.
Malaysia fines Maybank Islamic for info submission lapses
The bank’s failure to ensure info was submitted led to three borrowers’ credit records being impacted.
Alliance Bank’s net profit up 11.1% to $46.6m in Q4
For FY3/26, DPS may rise to MYR0.27 and net profit to $200.6m.
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