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Scotland plans tax on homes over US$1.35mil
The Scottish government plans to introduce two new council tax bands by 2028 for the most expensive properties while raising the threshold at which lower earners pay income tax. Read […]
Saks’ CEO Baker to exit retailer ahead of bankruptcy
Saks Global Enterprises’ chief executive officer (CEO) Richard Baker is departing the beleaguered luxury conglomerate he created as it prepares to restructure under bankruptcy court protection. Read full story […]
South Korean manufacturers brace for slowdown amid volatility
Nearly four in 10 South Korean manufacturers expect an economic slowdown in the country this year. Read full story Date: 15 January, 2026 7:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
UK commits to new rail project
Britain commits to a new rail infrastructure programme worth up to £45bil (US$60bil) for the north of England, a region long held back by underinvestment. Read full story Date: 15 […]
Global EV sales likely to slow after jump last year
Global electric vehicle (EV) registrations grew 20% last year but are likely to lose pace in 2026, data show, as a slowdown in China and a relaxation of electrification targets […]
Yuan breakout boosts equity outlook for 2026
Investors are ramping up bets on China’s stocks and currency as 2026 kicks off, signalling a more decisive shift into the country’s assets at a time of rising global uncertainties. […]
Indonesian policy change weighs on palm oil sector
Indonesia’s decision this week to put on hold its B50 biodiesel mandate, while keeping it at the B40 blending level this year, could lead to weaker demand for crude palm […]
S&P expects strong growth for Islamic banking sector
Malaysia’s Islamic financing will account for nearly half of the banking sector’s total financing by 2030 versus 42% as of the end of 2024, S&P Global Ratings says. Read full […]
Retailers to hold steady amid resilient spending
While there are multiple anticipated tailwinds for the consumer sector, much of the upside has already been priced in by the market, says Rakuten Trade head of equity sales Vincent […]
Structural supply risks weigh on glove sector
Read full story Date: 15 January, 2026 5:00 am Source: thestar.com.my