Expert says retirement fund 2025 payout declined to 6.15 pct not because of weak domestic economy

Global trade disrupted, flight suspension, domestic prices of essential goods likely to rise, says analyst

Many satisfied with declared rate, considering EPF to be a stable, secure long-term savings instrument

Retirement fund delivered strong returns despite 2025 being a tough year in domestic, international equity, debt markets

PM says achievement also reflects people’s sustained confidence in national retirement savings system

Retirement fund CEO says total payout for last year amounts to RM79.6b

Expert says rising costs, debt and longer working lives highlight need for supplemental retirement savings

Two years' imprisonment, up to RM50,000 in fines await offenders, says deputy minister

This is an 11 per cent increase from same period last year

Funds to be managed for managed for the benefit of the Muslim community, says chairman

MOH, MOF co-chaired committee formed to implement reforms, says Amir Hamzah

Scheme helps reduce foreign currency outflow, minimises risk of workers absconding, creates emergency fund for them, says Sim

Funds say no plans to withdraw, development remains key strategic investment for shareholders

Upcoming 2026 Selangor Budget to look at strengthening informal caregivers' training, encouraging private investment in sector, says Anfaal

No changes to be made to existing withdrawal policy, age requirement of 55, 60 to remain, says Lim

Decline of basic precious, non-ferrous metals real imports, Bursa Malaysia Industrial Index cited as factors

No new withdrawal facilities to be introduced after revamp of EPF accounts, says minister

Statutory body's long-term diversified investment approach continues to deliver resilient outcomes, says CEO Zulqarnain

Deputy minister says measure only applies to new members, but existing ones can opt in

Anfaal concerned with nation's demographic changes, necessity for holistic ageing strategy