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Indonesia operations set to lift United Malacca
PETALING JAYA: United Malacca Bhd’s efforts to improve oil palm yields at its Indonesian estates are bearing fruit, as indicated by its strong second-quarter earnings that surpassed expectations. Read full […]
South Korea proxy fight could derail Trump’s zinc bet
SEOUL: The Trump administration’s investment in a US zinc development has thrust it into the middle of a South Korean proxy fight, an example of how the government’s push for […]
RBI cuts key rate on growth concern, low inflation
NEW DELHI: India’s rate-setters have decided to cut benchmark interest rates with price pressures remaining soft to support economic growth amid elevated US tariffs, minutes of the central bank’s policy […]
Nine drugmakers strike deals with Trump
NEW YORK: President Donald Trump announced deals with nine pharmaceutical companies last Friday, the latest in a series of pacts designed to lower drug prices for some Americans in exchange […]
Copper nears US$12,000 a tonne as base metals rally
WASHINGTON: Copper neared a record high, with a renewed rally in US tech stocks helping to boost investor sentiment at a time of tightening supply in many metal markets. Read […]
Investor buys US$6bil of Colombian peso bonds
BOGOTA: Colombia has sold the equivalent of US$6bil in peso bonds directly to a foreign investor, the latest in a set of unprecedented debt management operations seeking to meet the […]
Let’s get it right about BTS 10:90
In an attempt to eradicate abandoned housing projects, the Madani government intends to adopt, under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), the concept of built-then-sell (BTS) mandatorily for all housing development. […]
Recent fires expose glaring oversights
After witnessing the destruction a single fire can cause, Malaysia is being forced to rethink its approach to fire safety. In 2025 alone, several high-profile incidents exposed serious vulnerabilities in […]
Great views, great premiums
Home buyers have plenty to watch out for when selecting a property for purchase. The unit’s floor level, proximity to the disposal room, nearby amenities and even neighbours all come […]
IMF evaluation reflects Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals, economists say
KUALA LUMPUR: The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) assessment on Malaysia’s economy shows that the country’s prudent macroeconomic and financial policies have played a critical role in anchoring growth, economists said. […]