Malaysia Insurance News Monitoring

General : Malaysia Hopes Upgraded ATIGA Will Further Liberalise Southeast Asia’s Financial Services Sector - Tengku ...

By Karina Imran KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is hopeful the upgraded ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) will help to liberalise further the region’s financial services sector, Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri …

Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia optimistic that Atiga upgrade will boost financial services liberalisation in Asean

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Malaysia is hopeful the upgraded Asean Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) will help to liberalise further the region’s financial services sector, Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said. The …

Allianz Malaysia starts FY25 on strong note as insurance revenue, gross written premiums and assets grow

PETALING JAYA: Allianz Malaysia Bhd recorded insurance revenue of RM1.53 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase of 14.3% over the RM1.34 billion recorded in the same quarter a year ago. Gross written premiums (GWP) for the first …

Small but resilient: Malaysia's ‘Kacang’ goat may hold key to food security amid climate crisis

REMBAU, May 24 — In a wooden paddock sitting at the edge of a sun-beaten field in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, livestock farmer Kamaruzaman Budin walks slowly toward five black and brown goats huddled nervously in the corner of their new pen. With black, brown …

Picking apart an elaborate and sneaky scam promising $10M inheritance from a mystery relative

Scammers use trickery to steal your personal information and often, your money. They try lots of methods to get a particular victim’s attention. If you look closely, a scammer’s communications often have red flags. But sometimes, the scammers are sharp. …

Malaysia’s 15-Year Helicopter Leasing Program with Leonardo

Malaysia has launched a landmark 15-year helicopter leasing program with Leonardo and local partner Weststar, marking the largest government rotorcraft modernization in the country’s history. Under the agreement, up to 28 new-generation helicopters of …

Allianz Malaysia 1Q net profit rises to RM211.69mil

KUALA LUMPUR: Allianz Malaysia Bhd’s net profit rose by 11.5 per cent to RM211.69 million during the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025), compared to RM189.83 million in the corresponding quarter last year, mainly due to higher profit contribution …

Perthshire couple restore flooded cottage with £189k insurance pay out after burst pipe

Keith and Kerry Legg learned something was wrong when they got an email from their next-door neighbour back home in Guildtown, near Perth. The couple – who both teach in international schools in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – were told that running water could …

Malaysia urges youth to apply for i-MULA subsidy before funds run out

Out of the $1.15m, $598,000 has already been disbursed. The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) is urging young Malaysians and first-time insurance buyers to take advantage of the i-MULA 50 Starter Pack before the remaining funds are exhausted. …

Malaysia: Labuan IBFC announces new appointments

Labuan IBFC has appointed to its Board of Directors Dr Aida Othman as a member and Mr Steven Choy as chairman. Both appointments are for a two-year term. They currently serve as authority members of Labuan Financial Services Authority. Dr Aida and Mr Choy …

Tackling forced labour in Malaysia begins with re-examining its migration model

In 2023, the Global Slavery Index suggested that in Malaysia, 6.3 out of every 1,000 people were affected by modern slavery – up from 4.2 per 1,000 in 2016, ranking it above regional neighbours Thailand and Vietnam. A year earlier, the US State Department …

Malaysia detains MSC boxship

Proton Introduces Integrated Tyre Services In Collaboration With Continental Malaysia

National automaker Proton has partnered with Continental Malaysia to introduce integrated tyre services at its selected authorised  service centres across the country for all its models. With this initiative, customers can conveniently purchase and install …

General : MTA Honours Achievements Of Outstanding Takaful Industry Players

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) honoured the outstanding achievements of the nation’s takaful industry players at the Takaful Star Awards 2025 (TSA 2025), held last night at the Malaysia International Trade and …

Business : Malaysia’s Inflation Increased 1.4 Pct In April 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s headline inflation increased to 1.4 per cent in April 2025 with the consumer price index at 134.3 versus 132.4 the same month a year ago, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM). In a statement …

Malaysia's inflation increased 1.4% in April 2025 - DoSM

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's headline inflation increased to 1.4 per cent in April 2025 with the consumer price index at 134.3 versus 132.4 the same month a year ago, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM). In a statement today, DOSM said …

Four in five Malaysian SPaylater users rely on BNPL for emergencies, survey shows

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — A staggering 81 per cent of Malaysian Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) users used SPayLater to help them through difficult times or financial shocks, according to a survey of over 40,000 users nationwide. ShopeePay's Fikir Sekarang, …

MG Motor Malaysia Announces MGS5 EV Pricing from Just RM109,900 With Exclusive Launch Savings

Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. MG Motor Malaysia has officially revealed the pricing of its all-new MGS5 EV, a bold and practical B-segment electric SUV. Offered in two variants and …

Jobs galore for career seekers

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians seeking employment or a career change have found the best opp­or­tunity to do so at myStarJob Fair 2025. The two-day fair, which began yesterday, saw droves of fresh grad­uates and job seekers making their way to the Mid Valley …

JS Investments Launches New Shariah-Compliant Capital Protected Fund: JS Islamic Sarmaya Mehfooz Fund – Plan 1 (2025)

KARACHI, SINDH, PAKISTAN, May 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karachi, May 2025 — JS Investments Limited (JSIL), Pakistan’s oldest private sector asset management company, announces the launch of JS Islamic Sarmaya Mehfooz Fund – Plan 1 (2025 ), a …

Tokio Marine HCC and Susan G. Komen® Team Up Once Again with Golf Champion Nelly Korda to Help End Breast Cancer

WAKEFIELD, Mass., May 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the 80th edition of the biggest women’s U.S. golf tournament starting on May 29, Susan G. Komen®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, is once again proud to partner with Tokio Marine …

Rx-Credentialing Achieves Milestone: Over 100 NPs and MDs Engaged with High Retention Rates

Premium Medical Billing Service is proud to announce that the company now serves over 100 nurse practitioners (NPs) and medical doctors (MDs) across New York. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RxCredentialing, a …

Now Accepting Applications: iHope Genetic Health Clinical Sites

Pass it on! DAMASCUS, MD, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Genetic Alliance is now accepting applications for new clinical sites to join the iHope Genetic Health (iGH) program, which provides no-cost genomic testing to families from low …

Sample Sale Spectacle: Murray Hill Optical Launches with Weeklong Event Featuring Deep Discounts and Designer Finds

Score designer frames up to 80% off during Murray Hill Optical’s grand opening sample sale, May 28–June 4 at 500 3rd Ave, NYC. Style, prizes, and vision await! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Fresh Start, A Limited-Time …

Insurance Veteran Paul H Flowers Jr Brings Innovative Employee Benefits Solutions to Small & Mid-Sized Businesses

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paul Howard Flowers Jr., founder of Superior Insurance Advisors, is establishing a new standard in the employee benefits space through his boutique insurance agency and consulting firm. …

Tom Sawyer Software Releases Major Update to Tom Sawyer Explorations

Enhancing Flexibility and Clarity in Graph Analysis BERKELEY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Sawyer Software, the leader in graph and data visualization technology, today announced a new release of Tom Sawyer …

Elimu Informatics Launches RapidFireApps™ to Accelerate Innovation for Healthcare Startups

New service fast-tracks the launch of clinician and patient apps by combining FHIR expertise, pre-built components, and seamless EHR integration. EL CERRITO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Elimu Informatics is proud to …

The Valley Life Real Estate Group: Unprecedented Opportunities for First-Time Home Buyers in the Fraser Valley

LANGLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Valley Life Highlights Excellent Opportunities for First-Time Home Buyers The Valley Life, a Top 1% real estate team with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, is sharing …

Orlando Dentist Dr. Cuong T. Phan Now VA-Certified to Provide Dental Care to Eligible Veterans

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veterans in Central Florida now have expanded access to dental care as Dr. Cuong T. Phan of Phan-tastic Smiles has officially received certification from the U.S. Department of …

QuickMechs Expands – Smarter, Faster Auto Service App

QuickMechs launches interest-free car repairs with instant bookings, full payments for mechanics, and real-time updates for drivers. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- QuickMechs, the growing auto-tech platform, is …

Guiding People Beyond Just Mortgages: Kelly Prsa of Verico Equity Plus Mortgages Inc. Wins 2025 ThreeBestRated® Award

WINDSOR, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kelly Prsa, a high-standing mortgage broker with Verico Equity Plus Mortgages Inc., has been selected for ThreeBestRated®’s Award of Excellence for the seventh consecutive year. Kelly …

Madison Insurance Group Expands Leadership Team with Key Appointments

Madison Insurance names Humberto Torres, Armondo Torres, and LeAnn Rivera to key roles. Humberto Torres replaces Ricardo Rivera, who served as CFO until 2024 SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Insurance Group …

AMBCI Achieves AAPC Licensed Training Provider Status, Setting New Standards in Medical Billing and Coding Education

AMBCI announces its official recognition as an AAPC Licensed Training Provider for Dual CPC and CPC Certification. OREM, UT, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Advanced Medical Billing and Coding Institute (AMBCI) is excited …

Deminor Raises EUR 100 Million for Global Growth & Expands Commitment to Social Responsibility with B-Corp Certification

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deminor, a leading global litigation funder, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a EUR 100 million funding round. The proceeds will be used to support the continued expansion …

NHSA Launches Groundbreaking Viska Consortium

A Bold Initiative to Help Solve Some of Today's Most Pressing Problems DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Home School Association (NHSA) is proud to announce its official sponsorship of the Viska …

High Voltage Generators Market Set to Surge at 4.4% CAGR, to Reach US$ 33.1 Million by 2035: Fact.MR Report

High Voltage Generators Market grows with rising demand for reliable power in industrial, medical & research sectors, says Fact.MR. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Fact.MR, a market research and …

5 Steps Towards Taking Long-Term Care Wound Care To The Next Level

To evolve wound care, it will be important for facilities to take a long view...one that is strategic & rooted in a spirit of continuous improvement. NEWTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many long-term care facilities, …

Jason Ruedy, The Home Loan Arranger Sees Surge in Homeowners Refinancing and Consolidating First & Second Mortgages

Jason Ruedy, Denver, CO, has noted a growing trend among homeowners who are merging their first and second mortgages in response to declining interest rates DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jason Ruedy, Denver, CO - …

Jason Ruedy, Notes Record Surge in Credit Card Debt, Urges Homeowners to Utilize Home Equity for Relief

Jason Ruedy, Mortgage Expert notes a record surge in credit card debt, now at $125 billion, prompting many homeowners to tap into their home equity for relief DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jason Ruedy, Denver, CO …