With the MBSB-AFB merger pending Bank Negara's approval, Kenanga Investment believes this move would accelerate Malaysia Building Society's attempts to gain a banking license. Ahmad Ramzani also comments on the broader consolidation agenda in the Malaysian banking sector.

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