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Malaysia’s improving economic prospects are making the nation a bright spot in the region, with inflows coming into bonds as well as stocks. PHOTO: BT FILE INVESTORS are snapping up Malaysian bonds without resorting to hedging, supercharging a rally in the country’s currency that’s Asia’s top performer this year. Global funds bought RM8.1 billion (S$2.4Read more

Leading Southeast Asian MarTech company, OpenMinds Group, today unveiled findings on the state of digitalisation among Malaysian businesses. The findings provide a detailed look at how Malaysian companies are navigating the complexities of digital transformation, with a strong emphasis on ease of use, data security, and the evolving role of AI in the workplace. Jan Wong, founderRead more

Legacy Corporate Advisory (LCA) Sdn Bhd, a financial services firm specialising in initial public offerings (IPO), has secured four companies for listing in the United States  Legacy Corporate Advisory (LCA) Sdn Bhd, a financial services firm specialising in initial public offerings (IPO), has secured four companies for listing in the United States.  The companies areRead more

KUALA LUMPUR: Synergy House Bhd, a cross-border e-commerce seller and furniture exporter of ready-to-assemble (RTA) home furniture, is cautiously optimistic about the potential of the global furniture e-commerce market. “With its strategies to grow the B2C segment, including expanding customer reach through additional e-commerce platforms and new countries, explore new product categories and higher price range,Read more

From left to right, Ms. Loh Choai Mei, Senior Account Manager (Revenue Direct), Sin Chew Media Corporation, Ms. Sharon Lee, Senior General Manager, Client Brand Marketing of Star Media Group, Mr. Martin Ang, President of Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies (MCMTC), YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Tan Yew Chong, Commissioner General of MCS 2024, Mr. Callum Chen,Read more

Shoppers often prioritise convenience and reliability when shopping online. – File pic credit (Shopee) EXPECTATIONS of modern shoppers are reshaping the online retail landscape. Among Gen Z shoppers, factors that influence purchasing decisions include seamless return and refund processes, alongside next-day delivery services. E-commerce platforms are responding to the growing demand for convenience and reliabilityRead more

The ringgit is outperforming its Asian peers in 2024. (Photo: Bloomberg) The ringgit is set for its longest winning streak in 14 years on optimism surrounding Malaysia’s economy and foreign fund inflows. The local currency rose 1.6% against the dollar on Friday, gaining for the 10th straight day, its best run since 2010. After threeRead more

Juwai IQI says GDP growth will be around 4%-5% in the next three to five years, supported by a stronger ringgit. According to the World Bank, five Malaysian states, namely Selangor, Sarawak, Penang, Labuan and Kuala Lumpur, have surpassed the 2023 high-income threshold of US$14,005. (AP pic) Malaysia’s target to achieve high-income status is realistic,Read more

Malaysia, with Greater Kuala Lumpur at its heart, holds significant promise as a potential business hub or regional headquarters for the Global South, according to Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry, Liew Chin Tong. Speaking at the Annual General Meeting of the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry Malaysia (NCCIM), Liew highlighted Malaysia’s wealthRead more

Thailand is expected to be the second biggest e-commerce market in Southeast Asia in 2025 According to the e-conomy SEA study by Google and Temasek, it shows Thailand e-commerce market value was $0.9 Billion in 2015. It projects that the market will grow with the compound annual growth rate of 29% which will reach the valuationRead more