Bursa Malaysia

ESG / Sustainability

Bursa to Boost Solar Renewable Energy Certificates in Malaysia

By Mark Johnston | 19/01/2024

The partnership aims to support Malaysia’s renewable energy targets and respond to growing corporate demand for RECs.

Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia to Exempt Unit Trusts from CGT, FSI Tax

By Editors | 16/01/2024

The exemption on CGT is effective until 31 Dec 2028. The exemption on FSI is effective until 31 Dec 2026.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Launches Transition to “Multi-asset Exchange”

By Manesh Samtani | 16/01/2024

Bursa Malaysia launched a gold trading platform, a new customer portal, and a new platform to connect investors directly with dealer representatives.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia Set to Consult on Local Use of ISSB Standards 

By Editors | 09/01/2024

A six-week public consultation will be launched next month to solicit views and feedback on implementing the ISSB standards.

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

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.

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.