Malaysia’s Budget 2026 balances subsidy rationalisation, governance reforms, and fiscal discipline while addressing welfare, competitiveness, and political expectations ahead of elections.
Zainani Jusoh has been appointed Accountant General of Malaysia, effective Sept 3, following her predecessor's retirement.
The CBO's tariff forecast is questioned by economist Wolfers, emphasizing higher consumer costs and shifting tax burdens onto ordinary Americans.
The Malaysian Ministry of Finance mandates e-invoicing for hardware stores, rejecting exemptions under RM500 to prevent loopholes and enhance digitalisation.
Sime Darby Property monitors SST impacts on construction, emphasizing clarity needed for developers while targeting RM3.6 billion sales by 2025.
Malaysia’s new SST hikes commercial rental and construction costs, impacting tenants, landlords, developers, and investment yields.
The finance ministry exempted aircraft and ship leasing from the 8% service tax to prevent owners from registering abroad and maintain Malaysia's economic activity.
High-income earners contributed significantly to Malaysia's 2023 income tax revenue, prompting government efforts to enhance tax administration.
Rafizi Ramli warns that reinstating GST will burden low-income families and increase inflation, advocating for wage reforms before any tax changes.
Hartalega NGC has received RM101.36 million in tax assessments from the IRB for 2017 to 2022 and is considering legal action.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the HVGT won't be implemented, integrating its concept into revised sales tax rates for luxury goods.
Malaysia's federal government debt increased to RM1.3 trillion by March 2025, with new fiscal reforms to ensure responsible borrowing.
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urges action against financial mismanagement in Malaysia’s public sector, calling for accountability, enhanced audits, and transparency improvements.
The Malaysia Shopping Malls Association urges government tax reviews to mitigate rising operational costs, ensuring sustainability and job preservation.
The Auditor General's Report revealed significant financial misconduct in three Malaysian government entities, highlighting governance failures and procedural violations.
Four Pakatan Harapan MPs request delaying the Selangor parking privatisation scheme citing legal concerns and prioritizing private interests.
