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5 Facts to Know About Graduates’ Salary Going Down by Threefold Since the 1980s
Should fresh graduates be earning RM7,000-RM8,000 based on numbers taken from 1984? We bring the facts to you. Tan Sri Muhammad Ibrahim, ex-Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor, has said that Malaysian fresh graduates' real salaries [...]
Why Coconut Milk Prices are Drastically Increasing
Up, up, up! Cost of living, insurance premiums, our weight... and now santan?! With Aidilfitri just around the corner, Malaysians are working on their preparations for Raya. Among [...]
2025 March Market Outlook
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How Does EPF’s 6.3% Compare Against Other Investments
Curious about how to make sense of EPF's 6.3% dividend yield? How did returns of other common investment vehicles stack up against EPF's in 2024? Money is in! [...]
2025 February Market Outlook
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Moomoo MY New User Promotion – July/August 2024
New to investing in the US, MY, and SG stock market? Kick start your stock market investment journey with MooMoo MY. Moomoo is a financial information and trading app offered by Moomoo Technologies Inc. In [...]
EPF Akaun Fleksibel (Flexible Account 3)
What you need to know about EPF’s latest changes including the Akaun Fleksible (Account 3). The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) recently announced upcoming changes including a new Akaun [...]
Are You Overpaying on Income Tax? Discover the Tax Saving Malaysians May Not Know About
While Malaysia's 2023 tax season might seem far away, there's no better time than now to prepare for a fatter tax refund. Why You Need to Maximize [...]
Wise Unveils New Look As It Reaches 16 Million Customers Served Worldwide and Continues Global Expansion
Wise now welcomes 100,000 new personal and business customers every week. New look reflects Wise’s global community, as the company doubles down on expansion, revealing new product and [...]
Malaysia Budget 2023 Summary and Highlights
Unofficial summary and highlights for Malaysia's Budget 2023 presented by finance minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Malaysia's Background for Budget 2023 Firstly: The government has inherited a [...]
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Malaysia on Movement Control Order Nationwide
What does Malaysia on Movement Control Order from March 18 to March 31, 2020 entail. Malaysia on Movement Control Order Restriction: Movement Control Order Announcement: March 16, 2020 10:00pm by Muhyiddin Yassin, Prime Minister of [...]
Malaysian Bonus & Tax Calculations
Received your bonus or commission but wondering about the large deductions that are incurred? Find out how to calculate your Malaysian Bonus & Tax calculations. Updated: Jul 26, 2018 History & Introduction In 2009, Malaysia's income [...]
AKPK Debt Management Programme
What is AKPK? How can AKPK's Debt Management Programme (DMP) or Program Pengurusan Kredit help you? What are the pros and cons of AKPK? What is the process to apply and register for AKPK? Updated: [...]
Rakuten Trade: New Low Cost Online Brokerage
Rakuten Securities and Kenanga Investment Bank introduce new low-cost first full-fledged online equity broker Rakuten Trade Malaysia. Updated: April 4, 2023 Brokerage Background Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd. and Rakuten Securities Inc. JV was signed in April [...]
Income Tax Malaysia 2018
Useful reference information for Malaysia's income tax 2018 filing deadline for year of assessment 2017 for BE is Apr 30, 2018 (manual form) and May 15, 2018 (e-filing). E&OE. What is income tax? Income tax [...]
Personal Finances
A Deep-Dive into Rising Health Insurance Premiums (Part 2) – Healthcare Companies
News reports say health insurance premiums are increasing by 40% to 70% in 2025 for Malaysians. What’s going on and why? This is Part 2 in our series about Rising Health Insurance Premiums. In the [...]
A Deep-Dive into Rising Health Insurance Premiums (Part 1) – Insurance Providers
News reports say health insurance premiums are increasing by 40% to 70% in 2025 for Malaysians. What's going on and why? This is Part 1 in our series about Rising Health Insurance Premiums. As reported [...]
A Guide to Minimum Wage in Malaysia
Let's dive deep as we look into minimum wage! Getting into the job market isn't easy. Furthermore, the cost of living in Malaysia especially in urban areas is also increasing. You are not sure how [...]
Risk Management & Estate Planning
Estate Planning in Malaysia: Preserving Wealth and Securing Your Family’s Future
Take steps to protect the future of your family right now with this simple guide to estate planning. Estate planning is a crucial process for individuals and families in Malaysia, aimed at preserving wealth and [...]
A Guide to Navigating Maternal and Newborn Insurance Choices in Malaysia
Make the postnatal period less anxious with the right coverage for mama and baby. Navigating the journey of pregnancy and early parenthood can be both exhilarating and daunting. In Malaysia, where healthcare options are divided [...]
7 Back to Basics Things to Save For in Your Financial Journey
Through bumpy roads and stormy seas, these 7 basic things are important to save for in your financial journey! Whether you are just coming out of school or looking after your parents and children, going [...]
Investing
How Does EPF’s 6.3% Compare Against Other Investments
Curious about how to make sense of EPF's 6.3% dividend yield? How did returns of other common investment vehicles stack up against EPF's in 2024? Money is in! The Employee Provident Fund (EPF) recently announced [...]
2025 February Market Outlook
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2025 January Market Outlook & Review
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