After the ceasefire
Before we break out the champagne and celebrate the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz following the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran, let us take a good hard look at when things can get back to pre-conflict normal.
A tough job at troubled Country Heights
It is rare for the chief executive officer (CEO) of a public-listed company to resign shortly after taking on the job.
End of the RM1 fee tests cashless Malaysia
The banking industry's decision to abolish the RM1 interbank ATM withdrawal fee from July 1 offers immediate relief to consumers, but it also raises questions about Malaysia's long-term push towards a cashless economy.
El Nino to add fuel to coal rally
Most of the talks surrounding the El Nino weather phenomenon have been centred on its impact on Malaysia's agricultural sector, particularly palm oil production and food supply.
A good deal for AmBank, but AmFirst?
AmBank (M) Bhd's proposed acquisition of Menara AmBank and related assets from AmFirst Real Estate Investment Trust (AmFirst-REIT) for RM331mil may make strategic sense for the bank, but the bigger question is whether the deal leaves AmFirst-REIT worse off.
LYC – from Nasdaq dreams to GN3
LYC Healthcare Bhd, an operator of confinement centres and aesthetic clinics, appears to be facing significant challenges after years of losses.
Who pays for affordable energy?
The recent call by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, for Malaysia's energy transition to ensure affordability remains a key consideration alongside security and sustainability, is notable. But achieving all three at the same time is a delicate balance, and increasingly, a difficult one.
High-stakes chip war
The US government's move to further restrict advanced chips such as Nvidia's Blackwell processors from being acquired by subsidiaries of Chinese businesses operating overseas will have implications for South-East Asia, where countries like Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand are vying to be the region's data centre (DC) hubs.
The long shadow of forced labour
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has argued that Malaysia does not practise forced labour and has laws in place to prevent it.
Oriental Kopi’s quick profit dip highlights challenges in F&B sector
Oriental Kopi Holdings Bhd's latest results highlight the challenges fast-growing consumer brands face in balancing rapid expansion with profitability.
