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Malaysia’s 2026 fiscal deficit seen at 3.6% as fuel subsidy reforms support consolidation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s fiscal deficit is projected at 3.6% in 2026, with the latest targeted fuel subsidy adjustments supporting ongoing fiscal consolidation efforts, according to TA Securities. Read full story […]
China’s industrial profit growth accelerates in early 2026
BEIJING: China’s industrial firms reported stronger profit growth early in the year, reinforcing recovery signals in the world’s second-largest economy even as the Middle East war threatens global growth. Read […]
Ringgit opens higher on pragmatic fuel subsidy approach
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher for the fourth consecutive day as the Malaysian government adopts a pragmatic approach to fuel subsidies by balancing between fiscal discipline and cost-of-living concerns […]
FBM KLCI rises in early trade, global uncertainty clouds market sentiment
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI edged higher in early trade on Friday, supported by selective buying despite weaker overnight cues from Wall Street and lingering geopolitical concerns. Read full story […]
Trump pauses attacks on Iran’s energy plants, says talks ‘going well’
WASHINGTON/DUBAI/TEL AVIV: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he would pause attacks on Iran’s energy plants for 10 days at Tehran’s request and said talks with Iran were going […]
Trading ideas: Sunway, Kim Loong, ICT Zone Asia, Aemulus, Binastra, GuocoLand, Axis-REIT, VS Industry
KUALA LUMPUR: Sunway Bhd, Kim Loong Resources Bhd, ICT Zone Asia Bhd, Aemulus Holdings Bhd, Binastra Corp Bhd, GuocoLand (Malaysia) Bhd, Axis Real Estate Investment Trust and VS Industry Bhd […]
Spotlight on tourism sector
The tourism and hospitality sector will convene in a new national industry platform where hotel owners, operators, investors and senior decision-makers from across the archipelago will examine the forces shaping […]
LNG price volatility in S. Korea
Seoul may see increased volatility in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices after Qatar reportedly declared force majeure on its long-term LNG supply contract with South Korea, but the impact on […]
Trans Mountain CEO sees full oil pipeline
Trans Mountain Corp chief executive officer (CEO) expects its main pipeline to be nearly full in April with Asian buyers turning to Canada for crude as they grapple with severe […]
Estee Lauder’s bet on Puig is bold fragrance play
Estee Lauder’s potential combination with Puig Brands will put it in a direct fight with sector leader L’Oreal’s premium fragrances, but may complicate the US company’s turnaround plans just as […]