Changing landscape of the retail industry


When I was young, I remember that my family would purchase our groceries from the local grocery shop on credit, with the details of each purchase like the date and amount being written in a small 555 notebook - a long way from the computers of today

I was born in Malaysia in 1960 and have stayed, studied and worked here all my life. I am a Malaysian citizen by law - this constitutional right is not given by any living or non-living politician, academician or racist bigot.

Since Malaysia achieved independence in 1957, those born in Malaysia and naturalised citizens of all races have played a part in the economic development of this country. The nation’s rapid industrialisation was due to the hard work of responsible politicians, gung-ho entrepreneurs and diligent citizens who just wanted to build a better life for their families.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Retail , grocery , 555 , book , computers , electronic , Tan Thiam Hock ,

Next In Business News

Record gold rally cools Indian buying; China discounts narrow
China's PBOC signals caution on rapid yuan gain as it nears key 7 mark
Asian equities eye strong weekly gains; Taiwan, S.Korea lead tech-driven surge
PETRONAS Gas announces revised RP3 gas tariffs
Oil rises slightly as market weighs supply risks
Gas Malaysia distribution tariff set at RM1.880/GJ/day under RP3
China's steady foreign trade growth expected to anchor global stability
Seven states see trade growth in November as exports climb 7%
Malaysia's economy remains resilient in 2025 amid tariff wars, geopolitical turbulence
NationGate unit to acquire Valeo Malaysia for RM60.89mil cash

Others Also Read