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Legal Focus Nov 2023
Legal Focus Nov 2023
Brief Facts
This case revolves around the 1st Appellant, who approached the
Respondent for a loan of RM800,000 to fund its business. The
parties subsequently entered into a loan agreement involving a
rather peculiar arrangement:
Analysis
The crux of the Triple Zest case hinges on whether the loan
agreement was an illegal moneylending agreement.
Conclusion
The Federal Court's ruling in the Triple Zest case delivers a clear
and decisive message against unlicensed moneylending activities.
This development undoubtedly provides a great deal of comfort for
borrowers, but it also serves as a cautionary tale to stakeholders
in the business and commercial scene wherein: