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Star Biz7
New London museum woos youths
A new London museum conceived with and for under-30s is seeking to draw younger generations by tackling themes such as climate and gender.
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Insight
Wage growth challenges
THE World Bank's latest Malaysia Economic Monitor puts into perspective how overall economic competitiveness have lagged in recent years and shown up in the lack of diversification into high value exports that can bring higher wages.
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Star Biz7
Tapping China’s niche consumer trend
Luxury outlet retail in China is demonstrating vitality and resilience as the sector capitalises on the growing demand for cultural, lifestyle and vacation experience-centred shopping.
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Star Biz7
Yield spike puts US stocks at risk
Investors are warning that lofty US stock markets have not yet priced in the risk of rocketing inflation and are vulnerable to a sharp spike in bond yields.
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Star Biz7
Europe stocks lose sparkle
The grand investment case for European equities is losing steam fast.
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Star Biz7
More pain ahead for public BDCs
Private credit's aggressive push to court retail investors has exposed the industry to a less familiar threat: public market volatility, which is dragging business development company (BDC) shares toward their steepest discounts relative to their assets since the pandemic.
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Insight
Growth powered by investment
Malaysia's economy outpaced expectations in 2025, supported by firm domestic demand and a strong investment cycle.
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Star Biz7
Traders turn to exotic hedges
Wall Street's technology-driven rally is beginning to look uncomfortably bubble-like, and some investors are quietly preparing for the possibility that the boom could end badly.
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Star Biz7
Naturally made for families
LIKE many parents, Jesmine and Sean Tan were highly particular about the type of products that went on their baby's skin.
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Star Biz7
Bubble fears as valuations stretch
Is the global equity market showing early signs of overheating?
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Star Biz7
Bursa sees upside despite a rocky ride
The Malaysian equity market looks poised to extend its gains into end-2026, with analysts maintaining bullish benchmark targets and highlighting technology, energy and domestic consumption names as preferred plays.
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Insight
China deflation gets Trump lift
For all China's pointed criticism of the Iran war, it hasn't been without advantage for the world's second-largest economy.
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Star Biz7
Nuevo Leon taps ‘Pes-korea’ buzz
In a bold new advertising campaign, the government in the Mexican state of Nuevo Leon is extending a spirited invitation to South Korea fans: Come home to Monterrey for the World Cup.
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Insight
Retirement is more than numbers
For most Malaysians, retirement planning begins with one question: "How much do I need before I can retire?"
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STARPICKS
BANK’S PICKLEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP PROMISES WHOLESOME EXPERIENCE
Sporting events today have evolved beyond competition, becoming platforms for people to connect, discover new experiences and embrace healthier lifestyles together.
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Insight
The ROI of higher education
The paper chase has always been a defining feature of education.
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Insight
The cutting H in energy
Asia's energy landscape has been evolving rapidly even before the Middle East tensions, thanks to strong economic growth which raised demand for power.
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Insight
SkyeChip’s wonky IPO price discovery
Is there a weakness in the price discovery process for pricing certain new listings? Here's why I think so.
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Short Position
AI or bust
How far will you go to chase the artificial intelligence (AI) stock rally?
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Corporate News
Hektar REIT proposes RM125mil deal to acquire, lease international school
KUALA LUMPUR: Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust (Hektar REIT) has proposed to acquire the leasehold interest in 2.43 hectares in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, together with a private school known as KYS KL East International School (KYSKLEIS) on it, for a purchase consideration of RM125 million.
