Advertisement

Image credit: Business Today

KUALA LUMPUR: Standard Chartered Malaysia and Standard Chartered Saadiq Malaysia will continue to assist their small and medium enterprise (SME) clients, who face difficulties in servicing their debt repayments from the recent rise in borrowing costs due to the challenging business environment.

The bank said its measures to lessen their burden during this period include rescheduling and restructuring assistance, interest-only payment and special assistance for women entrepreneurs.

“We understand that borrowers of various sizes, especially small businesses, may find it more difficult to repay their monthly installments for loans with floating interest rates in recent times.

“As our clients’ wellbeing remains our utmost priority, we hope that these financial repayment options can help ease their financial burdens, amidst the many challenges they face in growing and sustaining their businesses,” chief executive officer Mak Joon Nien said in a statement.

The bank said clients are also able to optimise their savings or liquid deposits via the SmartBusiness$aver account that will enable them to earn an interest rate of up to 2.88% p.a.

To find out more, or apply for financial assistance, SMEs can get in touch with their dedicated relationship managers, or call the bank at either 1300 888 888 (within Malaysia) or +603 7711 8888 (outside Malaysia).

Source: https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/07/04/standard-chartered-supports-smes-amid-tough-market-conditions