![Actress Sharon Stone lost millions in savings after 2001 stroke Actress Sharon Stone lost millions in savings after 2001 stroke](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720599046_SharonStone.jpg)
Actress Sharon Stone lost millions in savings after 2001 stroke
Sharon Stone said people financially "took advantage" of her while she was recovering from a near-fatal stroke.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718610042_Telurohtelur.jpg)
Report to KPDN if egg prices do not drop - Consumer movement
The government decided to lower chicken egg prices nationwide by 3 cents each to pass on targeted subsidy savings to the public.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718074783_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Diesel subsidy savings will be redirected through public transport, STR - PM
The funds from the targeted subsidy are not for increasing ministerial allowances or other interests, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/41641905458_pemainberegucampur.jpg)
Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless
Lai Pei Jing said she lost almost all her savings to a fraud group, describing the experience as a "heavy blow" after decades of hard work.
Mon Jun 03 2024
![RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41706259218_TBAMIRHAMZAHAZIZ.jpg)
RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space
BUDI MADANI will benefit 700,000 diesel vehicle owners in total, covering about half of active diesel vehicles in Peninsular Malaysia.
Fri May 31 2024
![EPF says Account Fleksibel is optional; expects about RM25 bln withdrawal in first year EPF says Account Fleksibel is optional; expects about RM25 bln withdrawal in first year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81613129293_KWSPLogo.jpg)
EPF says Account Fleksibel is optional; expects about RM25 bln withdrawal in first year
Akaun Fleksibel is a new account that provides flexibility for short-term financial needs, where savings can be withdrawn at any time.
Thu Apr 25 2024
![EPF pays out RM708 mln to govt additional contribution incentive to 1.4 mln members EPF pays out RM708 mln to govt additional contribution incentive to 1.4 mln members](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/81483011304_kwsp.jpg)
EPF pays out RM708 mln to govt additional contribution incentive to 1.4 mln members
According to EPF, the incentive was allocated to individuals with EPF savings of RM10,000 and below in their Account 1 as of Feb 24, 2023.
Wed Jan 10 2024
![Salary deduction for PTPTN repayment can now be done online Salary deduction for PTPTN repayment can now be done online](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/61677811715_PTPTNLogo.jpg)
Salary deduction for PTPTN repayment can now be done online
The PTPTN said that the online service could also be used for savings in the National Education Savings Scheme (Simpan SSPN).
Tue Nov 14 2023
![Chicken subsidies end today, savings allocated to boost welfare initiatives Chicken subsidies end today, savings allocated to boost welfare initiatives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698714483_TBayam.jpg)
Chicken subsidies end today, savings allocated to boost welfare initiatives
The govt guarantees there will be no sudden price hikes for this essential commodity and assures of a consistent and sufficient supply.
Wed Nov 01 2023
![PTPTN launches BMS 2023 to encourage savings culture PTPTN launches BMS 2023 to encourage savings culture](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/51696209918_PTPTN.jpg)
PTPTN launches BMS 2023 to encourage savings culture
Datuk Norliza Abdul Rahim said PTPTN is targeting RM220 million deposits in Simpan SSPN this year.
Mon Oct 02 2023
![Woman loses RM473,225 of Tabung Haji, Amanah Saham savings in phone scam Woman loses RM473,225 of Tabung Haji, Amanah Saham savings in phone scam](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/51688186169_TBGENERICMACAUSCAM.jpg)
Woman loses RM473,225 of Tabung Haji, Amanah Saham savings in phone scam
The woman from Bercham lodged a report after realising the syndicate had been scamming her since January.
Tue Sep 12 2023
![Balancing future savings and present demands Balancing future savings and present demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41692074215_tbMCMUAstroAwani.jpg)
Balancing future savings and present demands
As Malaysia navigates the intersection of savings, investments, and societal needs, the transformative journey beckons, underpinned by the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Tue Aug 15 2023
![Workers should have EPF savings of at least RM240,000 to retire gracefully - Ahmad Maslan Workers should have EPF savings of at least RM240,000 to retire gracefully - Ahmad Maslan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61657600761_kaunterKhidmatPela.jpg)
Workers should have EPF savings of at least RM240,000 to retire gracefully - Ahmad Maslan
Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the estimated savings would enable someone to sustain life for 20 years after retirement.
Mon Jul 24 2023
![Proposal to use EPF savings as bank loan collateral not against EPF Act - PM Proposal to use EPF savings as bank loan collateral not against EPF Act - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/51678163207_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Proposal to use EPF savings as bank loan collateral not against EPF Act - PM
Anwar said the government had checked with EPF and the Attorney-General for legal advice on this matter.
Tue Mar 21 2023
![Govt urged to consider remaining funds of contributors before allowing EPF withdrawals Govt urged to consider remaining funds of contributors before allowing EPF withdrawals](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51676876466_MenteriBesarSelan.jpg)
Govt urged to consider remaining funds of contributors before allowing EPF withdrawals
Amirudin said the remaining savings of contributors are becoming more worrying following several special withdrawal initiatives.
Mon Feb 20 2023