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Retirement benchmark feels like distant goal for most M’sians
PETALING JAYA: The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) revised benchmark of RM1.3mil in order to enjoy a comfortable retirement has raised concerns as to whether most Malaysians can achieve Âadequate savings. […]
Hitting RM1.3mil in EPF savings might be challenging
PETALING JAYA: Having at least RM1.3mil in retirement savings might be a challenge for most Malaysians, but experts said the figure isn’t impossible if one remains disciplined in ensuring consistent […]
‘Be alert and cautious when approached by strangers’
IPOH: Malaysians are known to be caring and helpful, but they should also take steps to protect themselves. Read full story Date: 14 January, 2026 7:15 am Source: thestar.com.my
Greek-owned tankers hit by unidentified drones in Black Sea
ATHENS, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — A Greek maritime security firm confirmed on Tuesday that three Greek-owned tankers were struck by unidentified drones earlier in the day while anchored in the […]
German wholesale business sentiment hits new low: industry body
FRANKFURT, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — The business sentiment of Germany’s wholesale sector has sunk to a new low and structural reforms are needed to prevent more bankruptcies and job losses […]
WHO calls for more tax on cheaper sugary, alcoholic drinks to improve public health
GENEVA, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are becoming increasingly affordable due to consistently low tax rates in most countries, fueling obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers, and […]
UK retailers see weak Christmas trading amid rising cost of living: BRC
LONDON, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — Retailers in Britain experienced a drab Christmas in December 2025 as households continued to cut spending amid a rising cost of living, data from the […]
Stronger earnings visibility forecast for BAuto
Bermaz Auto Bhd (BAuto) is on track for recovery, supported by expanded Mazda model offerings, favourable foreign-exchange conditions that are lifting margins and a sharp reduction in associate losses as […]
TIV expected to reach 820,000 units in 2025
Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) expects Malaysia’s total industry volume (TIV) to reach 820,000 units for 2025, signalling that the demand for vehicles remains healthy as customers continue to […]
Oil nudges up on Iran risk premium
If geopolitical risks in Iran intensifies, the near-term impact on crude oil prices is likely to be greater than that from Venezuela, where production has already been curtailed by years […]