Ringgit likely to trade flat next week
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Ringgit likely to trade flat next week
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade flat next week, potentially trading at around RM4.41 to RM4.42, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Personal branding vital for agents
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Personal branding vital for agents
The real estate sector in Malaysia is like a battlefield, with a multitude of agents vying for the attention and trust of potential clients.
Property scams on the rise
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Property scams on the rise
Every day, many people get an unmistakable ding on their phones signalling a notification. An unsolicited text from an unfamiliar number pings their phone, riddled with grammatical mistakes but brimming with just enough urgency or charm to hint at a scam.
All eyes on who will be the next chief executive of HRD Corp
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All eyes on who will be the next chief executive of HRD Corp
PETALING JAYA: The Human Resources Development Corp (HRD Corp) chief executive seat has always been a hot one.
Universal basic income can improve people’s lives
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Universal basic income can improve people’s lives
KUALA LUMPUR: As financial pressures mount and the cost of living continues to rise, universal basic income (UBI) is fast gaining momentum, emerging as a serious policy consideration across the globe.
HDFC Bank posts profit growth higher than forecasts
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HDFC Bank posts profit growth higher than forecasts
MUMBAI: HDFC Bank Ltd, India's largest private sector lender, has posted a forecast-beating quarterly profit, driven by higher interest income.
International firms eye deals at trade exhibition
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International firms eye deals at trade exhibition
GUANGZHOU: In spite of intensified trade protectionism and geopolitical tensions, China's products and market are still appealing to foreign business people.
SD Guthrie inks RM3bil deal for industrial park
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SD Guthrie inks RM3bil deal for industrial park
SEREMBAN: SD Guthrie Bhd has signed an agreement with Eco World Development Group Bhd and NS Corp to develop an integrated industrial park, known as Eco Business Park 7 (EBP7), with an estimated gross development value of RM2.95bil.
FBM KLCI straddles 1,500 as investor sentiment ticks higher
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FBM KLCI straddles 1,500 as investor sentiment ticks higher
KUALA LUMPUR: The benchmark FBM KLCI was flirting with the 1,500 mark in early trading as investors held on to gains amid a slight uptick in positive sentiment.
Malaysia's blue-chip index hovers below 1,500
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Malaysia's blue-chip index hovers below 1,500
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI remained capped by the 1,500 psychological level as investors anticipated another bout of volatility tonight as the US markets reopened from an extended weekend.
HHRG extends CEO's suspension for two weeks
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HHRG extends CEO's suspension for two weeks
KUALA LUMPUR: HHRG Bhd has extended the suspension period of its CEO for two weeks until May 4, 2025.
Gold soars to record high on trade war concerns, weaker dollar
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Gold soars to record high on trade war concerns, weaker dollar
GOLD prices surged to a record high on Monday, spurred by concerns over global economic growth due to the spiralling Sino-U.S. trade war, with a weaker dollar further boosting the rally.
Paradigm REIT signs underwriting deal for Main Market listing
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Paradigm REIT signs underwriting deal for Main Market listing
KUALA LUMPUR: Paradigm Real Estate Investment Trust (Paradigm REIT), a local real estate investment trust, has signed an underwriting agreement with three investment banks ahead of its proposed listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.
FBM KLCI ends flat just below 1,500; ringgit hits 12-week high against US dollar
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FBM KLCI ends flat just below 1,500; ringgit hits 12-week high against US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI closed flat on Monday amid cautious sentiment and external uncertainties, while the ringgit strengthened to its highest level in about 12 weeks against the US dollar.
Cahya Mata Sarawak secures RM550mil contract for Borneo Convention Centre Kuching II
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Cahya Mata Sarawak secures RM550mil contract for Borneo Convention Centre Kuching II
PETALING JAYA: Cahya Mata Sarawak Bhd has clinched a RM550mil contract from the Sarawak state government to construct the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching II, in Kuching, Sarawak.
Panasonic Manufacturing resumes full operations after gas supply disruption
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Panasonic Manufacturing resumes full operations after gas supply disruption
KUALA LUMPUR: Panasonic Manufacturing Malaysia Bhd (PMMA) announced that gas supply to both its manufacturing plants in Shah Alam had fully resumed as of yesterday, following the earlier disruption caused by the gas pipeline incident on April 1.
Astino buys land in Penang for RM30.41mil
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/04/21/astino-buys-land-in-penang-for-rm3041mil
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Astino buys land in Penang for RM30.41mil
PETALING JAYA: Astino Bhd is acquiring a 85,615 sq metre piece of land in Seberang Perai Selatan, Penang, for RM30.41mil.
Taobao Malaysia to launch Bahasa Melayu interface in June
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Taobao Malaysia to launch Bahasa Melayu interface in June
KUALA LUMPUR: E-commerce platform Taobao Malaysia plans to roll out a Bahasa Malaysia interface by June 2025.
Ringgit hits near six-month high against dollar
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Ringgit hits near six-month high against dollar
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit jumped to its highest level in almost six months against the US dollar at the close on Monday, touching the 4.36-level amid concerns over ongoing tariff tensions.