{
  "id": 10663375,
  "title": "Highest ASM3 distribution in seven years proves effective governance – PM Anwar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/highest-asm3-distribution-in-seven-years-proves-effective-governance",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T10:07:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/127813/highest-asm3-distribution-in-seven-years-proves-effective-governance-pm-anwar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the income distribution for Amanah Saham Malaysia 3 (ASM3) has reached its highest rate in seven years, at 5.00 sen per unit. This achievement was made despite the challenging global market conditions, showcasing effective governance and efficient trust management. ASNB's (Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad) performance in investing trust funds has been commendable. Prime Minister Anwar highlighted that good governance involves more than just preventing financial misconduct; it also entails efficient management, creating value, and ensuring that the benefits reach the people. The 5.00 sen per unit distribution for the financial year ending 30 September 2026 is an improvement from 4.75 sen per unit in 2025. Muslim unitholders who choose the Zakat Khultah (Class B) payment method receive an estimated 4.87 percent return after zakat deductions. The total income distribution of RM1.01 billion marks the highest payout in seven years, benefiting 818,137 unitholders holding a total of 20.97 billion units.",
  "summary": "THE income distribution of 5.00 sen per unit for Amanah Saham Malaysia 3 (ASM3) reflects Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad’s (ASNB) capability in effectively managing investment trusts. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that this income distr...",
  "key_points": [
    "ASM3 distribution hits highest in seven years at 5.00 sen per unit",
    "Effective governance demonstrated despite global market challenges",
    "Muslim unitholders receive estimated 4.87% return after zakat deductions"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}