Malaysia

Operational Risk

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.

Credit Risk

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.

Structural Regulation

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.

Reporting & Disclosures

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.

Trading & Investment

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.

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia Set to Launch First Currency Futures

By Editors | 08/12/2023

A licensing agreement with HKEX will enable Bursa Malaysia Derivatives to launch a Mini USD/CNH Futures contract.

Reporting & Disclosures

Bursa Malaysia Launches New ESG Reporting Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/12/2023

Listed issuers can access the platform free of charge to generate performance tables that must be disclosed in their sustainability statements.

Trading & Investment

Bursa Malaysia Launches Investor Relations Support Programme

By Editors | 03/12/2023

The so-called “IR4U programme” provides tools and resources to help Malaysian listed companies develop their investor relations function.

Structural Regulation

Bursa Malaysia Proposes Amendments to Listing Requirements

By Editors | 01/12/2023

The amendments will enhance transparency on fund-raising exercises and require disclosure of CEO remuneration on a named basis.