The risk-return trade-off
Some RM943.3bil are held by individuals, while business enterprises hold RM876bil.
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The risk-return trade-off
THE banking system is flush with cash, with total deposits of almost RM2.59 trillion as at the end of June 2025, according to Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) latest monthly statistics. Some RM943.3bil are held by individuals, while business enterprises hold RM876bil.
