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Fast-growing Melaka needs a more structured credit recovery sector, says industry association
MELAKA’S economic growth and rising foreign direct investments (FDIs) require a more structured, clearly regulated credit recovery sector to support the state’s financial ecosystem, says a stakeholder. Read full story […]
IDX chief resigns amid market turbulence
JAKARTA: Indonesian Stock Exchange (IDX) president director Iman Rachman has resigned following two days of market turbulence. Read full story Date: 30 January, 2026 1:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Oil slips, but set for biggest monthly gain in years on geopolitical risks
SINGAPORE: Oil prices slipped more than 1% on Friday from multi-month highs, though they are set for their most substantial gains in years, as the risk premium surged due to […]
Blue chips bounce back with banks in the lead
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s blue-chip index bounced back on Friday after a steep bout of profit-taking that took 1.5% off its value in the previous session. Read full story Date: 30 […]
Ringgit rebounds to 3.9190 vs greenback on US uncertainties
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit rebounded against the US dollar at Friday’s open as persistent uncertainties in the United States continued to weigh on the greenback, Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief […]
Strong 2025 passenger demand masks ongoing capacity constraints – IATA
KUALA LUMPUR: The global air passenger market in 2025 saw strong demand and robust growth but masked ongoing capacity constraints in the airline industry due to decarbonisation challenges and supply […]
Hock Soon expansion to mitigate removal of govt subsidies – Malacca Securities
KUALA LUMPUR: Malacca Securities has pegged a target price of 66 sen on Hock Soon Capital Bhd, representing a 10% premium over the initial public offering (IPO) price of the […]
Trump plans to announce his Fed chief nominee next week
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Thursday he intends to announce his pick to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell next week, as speculation intensifies over who will lead the […]
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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia. Read full story Date: 30 January, 2026 8:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
South Korea’s extended trading to face foreign investor test
Amid an unprecedented stock market rally, South Korea is moving to lengthen stock trading hours as part of a broader push to attract more foreign investors – though questions remain […]