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Malaysian Business Etiquette: Unspoken Rules Your Competitors Already Know
Malaysia ranks 12th globally in the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Index (2024), yet foreign and first-time business owners consistently cite cultural...
Starting a Business in Cyberjaya: Why Tech Founders Choose It
Cyberjaya registered 847 new technology company incorporations in 2024, according to the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). Despite mixed reviews...
Understanding Stamp Duty in Malaysia: Rates and Exemptions 2026
Stamp duty is one of the most significant transaction costs in Malaysian property and business dealings, yet it remains poorly understood by many. LHDN...
How Halal Certification Works for Service Businesses in Malaysia
JAKIM processed over 12,000 halal certification applications in 2024, but only 34% of them came from service businesses. Most service business owners assume...
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance for Malaysian Service Businesses
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) issued 1,247 enforcement actions related to anti-money laundering (AML) violations in 2024, a 34% increase from the previous year....
Public Holiday Calendar 2026: How to Plan Your Business Operations
Malaysia has 11 gazetted national public holidays in 2026, plus state-specific holidays that vary from 4 to 7 additional days depending on your location....
Employment Act Amendments: Updated Leave and Overtime Rules
The Employment Act 1955 amendments that took effect on 1 January 2023 represent the most significant changes to Malaysian labour law in decades. These...
Malaysia Budget 2026: Key Takeaways for SME Owners
The Malaysia Budget 2026, tabled on 17 October 2025, allocated RM421 billion in total expenditure with specific provisions targeting SME growth, digital...
How to Register a Sdn Bhd vs Enterprise in Malaysia
Choosing between a Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad, or private limited company) and a sole proprietorship/partnership (enterprise) is the first structural...
SST vs GST: Why Malaysia Switched and What It Means Now
Malaysia is one of the few countries that implemented a Goods and Services Tax (GST) and then reversed course. The switch from GST back to the Sales and...