Other Briefings
Tax Treatment of Intercompany Funding and Royalties in Malaysia
Explore how Malaysia taxes intercompany loans and royalty payments, including withholding tax, EBITDA limits, and structuring considerations.
Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Investors in Malaysia: Sector-Specific Rules Explained
Foreign investors should assess Malaysia’s sector-specific capital thresholds, licensing triggers, and practical requirements before market entry to avoid restructuring risk.
Malaysia’s Rising Role in US Trade and What It Means for Foreign Investors
Explore US–Malaysia trade trends, key export sectors, and why Malaysia is becoming a critical supply chain partner for foreign investors.
Malaysia Revises Its Expatriate Employment Policy
Malaysia will revise its expatriate employment policy from June 2026, raising salary thresholds and introducing time limits for Employment Pass holders.
Asia Manufacturing Index: Malaysia Places Second Among ASEAN Economies
Malaysia ranks second among ASEAN economies in the 2026 Asia Manufacturing Index, which compares manufacturing-related indicators across 11 Asian countries.
How Foreign-Owned Companies Can Use Loss Carryforwards and Group Relief in Malaysia
Foreign investors evaluating Malaysia should understand how loss carryforwards and group relief affect structuring, cash flow, and returns.
Comparing Malaysia’s Tax and Incentive Regimes Using Business Intelligence
An investor-focused assessment of Malaysia’s tax and incentive regimes, examining how incentives perform across sectors and locations.
Dividends, Royalties, or Fees: Profit Repatriation in Malaysia
Foreign investors repatriating profits from Malaysia should assess dividends, royalties, and service fees against audit risk.
How Business Intelligence Prevents Partnership Disputes in Malaysian Joint Ventures
Explore how business intelligence helps foreign investors prevent partnership disputes in Malaysian joint ventures shaped by family control.
Contract of Service vs Contract for Service in Malaysia
Foreign employers can distinguish between Malaysia’s contract of service and contract for service to manage hiring compliance, worker rights, and classification risks.
