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What a higher PF wage ceiling means for employers and employees

The provident fund wage ceiling rises from 15,000 to 25,000, expanding mandatory EPF coverage to more employees and increasing employer contributions. This reform boosts retirement benefits but may reduce employees' take-home pay while enhancing social security alignment with wage realities.

21 Sep 2026 5:40 pm