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Oil prices rebound after Trump comments on ‘armada’ moving to Iran spur supply worries
PERTH: Oil prices rebounded on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump renewed threats against major Middle Eastern producer Iran, raising concerns of military action that could disrupt supplies. Read full […]
China likely to set 4.5%-5% growth target in 2026, SCMP reports
BEIJING: China is likely to set a 2026 official economic growth target of between 4.5% and 5%, the South China Morning Post reported on Friday, reflecting how even a $1.2 […]
Asia stocks edge up ahead of Bank of Japan rate decision
SINGAPORE: Stocks made tepid gains in early Asian trading on Friday ahead of the Bank of Japan’s latest policy meeting, at which it is widely expected to keep rates on […]
Ringgit opens near five-year high vs US dollar after BNM holds OPR
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened near a five-year high against the US dollar on Friday after Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) kept the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) […]
Rally on Bursa Malaysia takes a breather after recent gains
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI hovered near weekly highs following the previous day’s rally triggered by US President Donald Trump stepping back from the tariff threats on Europe. Read full […]
Ringgit opens near five-year high vs US$ after Bank Negara holds OPR
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened near a five-year high against the US dollar on Friday after Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) kept the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) […]
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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia. Read full story Date: 23 January, 2026 9:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
Surging memory chip prices dim outlook for consumer electronics makers
GLOBAL demand for smartphones, personal computers and gaming consoles is expected to shrink this year as companies from Britain’s Raspberry Pi to HP Inc raise sticker prices to offset surging […]
Wall St ends higher, buoyed by tariff relief, upbeat data
Wall Street’s main indices finished higher on Thursday, the second straight day of gains, as investors bought shares after US President Donald Trump rescinded tariff threats on European allies while data highlighted […]
MyDigital ID Phase 2 sandbox involves 18 banks
KUALA LUMPUR: Eighteen banking institutions have confirmed participation in the Phase 2 Sandbox for the phased, orderly integration of MyDigital ID into the financial sector, in line with international best […]