budget-2027

2 analyses on this topic, newest first. Each one carries its figures with the source document and the date it was retrieved.

Analysis

Nov 5, 2026

Budget 2027's i-Emas monthly EPF withdrawals: will they stop retirees running out of money?

Budget 2027 introduces i-Emas, letting EPF members aged 55 and 60 take monthly withdrawals instead of a lump sum, with retained savings continuing to earn annual dividends. The change follows a survey, cited by economist Lee Heng Guie, that found about 97 per cent of Malaysians withdrew their EPF

Oct 30, 2026

Budget 2027 pet tax relief: how much Malaysian pet owners can save

The 2027 Budget proposal would let pet owners claim vaccination and sterilisation costs under the RM2,500 lifestyle tax relief. A household with two cats and one dog can save RM62.70 at the 11 per cent bracket or RM102.60 at 18 per cent. Here is how to plan eligible spending.