Ringgit Opens Firmer Against US Dollar on Stronger GDP Outlook
The Malaysian ringgit started trading stronger against the US dollar on Monday, bolstered by positive sentiment following the release of better-than-expected economic data. At the opening of trade, the ringgit was quoted at RM3.8970/9190 against the US dollar, compared with RM3.9060/9155 at the close of last Friday’s session. 📈 Economic Growth Drives Currency Strength Analysts […]
SQL Accounting Software Helps Malaysian SMEs Manage Daily Operations More Efficiently
As more Malaysian SMEs embrace digital tools, accounting software is playing a bigger role beyond basic bookkeeping. SQL Accounting Software is increasingly used to simplify daily operations, improve accuracy, and give business owners better control over their finances. Reducing Manual Work with Automation SQL Accounting helps businesses cut down on manual data entry by automating […]
Stability or Upside? Economists Weigh In on EPF and Unit Trusts
The debate over long-term savings strategies for Malaysians has resurfaced, with economists now weighing the stability offered by the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) versus the potential upside of private unit trust investments, according to business analysts. 1. EPF: A Reliable Anchor for Retirement Savings The Employees Provident Fund continues to be regarded as one of […]
Online Safety Act Changes: How It Works and What Malaysians Should Know
Malaysia’s Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA) — a landmark piece of digital regulation — came into force on January 1, 2026, introducing a sweeping new framework to safeguard users and tackle harmful online activity across the digital ecosystem. What Is the Online Safety Act? The Online Safety Act 2025 is designed to protect Malaysians from […]
Next Phase of E-Commerce: What Malaysian Businesses Must Know in 2026
By [Your Name] – Business & Technology Contributor E-commerce in Southeast Asia — including Malaysia — has already transformed how consumers shop and how businesses sell. But according to industry research and expert insights, the region is now entering a new era of digital commerce growth — one that emphasises quality, capability and resilience over […]
Malaysian Central Bank Rejects Using Ringgit to Support Exports – Market-Driven Approach Maintained
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has reiterated that the Malaysian ringgit will remain market-determined and will not be used as a tool to boost the country’s export competitiveness, despite recent calls to evaluate its role amid shifting global conditions. According to BNM’s statement on Friday, the central bank affirmed that the ringgit has “never been an […]
Socso’s Lindung 24/7 Scheme to Be Implemented by Mid-Year
Malaysia’s Social Security Organisation (Socso) is planning to roll out its Lindung 24/7 Scheme by mid-2026, Human Resources Minister, announced today. The new initiative, introduced under the recently passed Employees’ Social Security (Amendment) Bill 2025, aims to provide comprehensive social security protection for workers around the clock — extending coverage beyond traditional work-related injuries to […]
SQL Accounting Software Gains Momentum Among Malaysian SMEs Amid Digital Transformation
Malaysia — January 29, 2026: Malaysian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly adopting SQL Accounting software as part of a broader shift toward digital financial management — driven by tax compliance requirements, e-invoicing mandates, and the need for real-time financial insights in a competitive business landscape. ✔ Growing Demand for Cloud-Enabled Financial Systems Businesses […]
Why Malaysians are Draining EPF Savings — And What the World Can Teach Us
Malaysians are increasingly using up their Employees Provident Fund (EPF) savings before retirement, raising serious concerns over long-term financial security and drawing international comparisons with other retirement systems. 📉 The Big Picture: Withdrawal Trends and Risks During the COVID-19 pandemic, a series of special withdrawal schemes allowed EPF members to tap into their retirement funds […]