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SME Bank

More financing access for SMEs with BPMB, Exim Bank and SME Bank merger: MoF

Consolidation will also improve operational efficiency, reducing costs by RM160 million and raising income by RM400 million in first three years

Bank merger: SMEs, Bumiputera will be protected with BNM’s conditions, Anwar assures

Prime minister responds to concerns over consolidation involving Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd, Exim Bank, and SME Bank while reaffirming govt’s commitment to inclusivity

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