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Fuel quotas lifted to stabilise private retail
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry is increasing the fuel import quota for private retailers for 2026 after the supply shortage that persisted for several months in the latter half […]
Busy year ahead for renewable-energy sector
Renewable-energy (RE) companies are set for a busy year, underpinned by the rollout of multiple utility-scale initiatives, analysts say. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 7:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
TM, Time dotCom eye higher dividends
Amid continuing competition in the telecommunications sector this year, there may be scope for higher dividend and even special dividend payouts from both Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) and Time dotCom […]
Once taboo, IPOs for brewers are back on Thai bourse’s agenda
Thailand’s stock exchange may open the door to alcohol beverage listings, long a taboo topic in the predominantly Buddhist country, as it seeks to jump-start share sales in its embattled […]
Inta Bina earnings outlook to remain solid
Building contractor Inta Bina Group Bhd’s earnings outlook for the financial year ending Dec 31, 2026 (FY26) remains solid supported by an outstanding construction order book of RM1.8bil as well […]
Healthy contract flows to back construction industry
Construction stocks are projected to see healthy contract flows this year at the rate of the last two years supported by data centres (DCs), water infrastructure as well as other […]
Pekat set to benefit from energy demand, solar jobs
Pekat Group Bhd’s three year profit compounded annual growth rate of 45% is underpinned by its RM745mil order book. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 6:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
Ringgit eases against the greenback
The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar yesterday as markets adopted a cautious stance ahead of key US economic data releases, says an analyst. Read full story Date: 8 […]
Data centre hype meets reality
The local data centre play is drawing closer scrutiny, as policymakers reassess its broader economic impact while industry players flag mounting financial risks. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 […]
Datuk Poh Yang Hong is Iris Corp group MD
Iris Corp Bhd has appointed Datuk Poh Yang Hong as its group managing director. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 4:00 am Source: thestar.com.my