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Young people recorded 65.9 million BNPL transactions worth RM5.4 bln in first half of 2026

As of June 30, 2026, the outstanding BNPL financing balance for this demographic stood at RM2.4 billion, while non-performing financing amounted to RM96.8 million, or 4.0 per cent of the outstanding balance

Questions to ask before signing up for BNPL schemes: AKPK

What’s the purpose for buying on credit? Do I have enough payment capacity? What is my payment history

Fresh grads joining workforce don’t need credit cards, insolvency dept chief suggests

No real need for a credit card if it’s just to buy lifestyles they can’t afford, says Datuk M Bakri Abd Majid

A convenient fix or debt trap? Youth weigh in on buy now, pay later option

University students share benefits and drawbacks of using scheme, especially with limited budget

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

Influencer who recited Quran at Batu Caves accused of sexual misconduct in Netherlands

Abdellatif Ouisa has targeted recently converted, underage Muslim women, alleges Dutch publication

National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports