Subsidising the EV transition
The government's proposal to impose a levy on electric vehicles (EVs) to fund the expansion of Malaysia's public charging network has sparked debate.
Malaysia’s rare earth moment
Malaysia has signalled a willingness to review its moratorium on rare earth element exports as it seeks to develop its rare earth deposits.
K-One’s cloud windfall tests next growth phase
ACE Market-listed K-One Technology Bhd's decision to sell its cloud computing business to Tokyo-listed Itochu Corp is notable.
The water sector’s long-awaited upcycle
After years of underinvestment, the local water sector may finally be entering a long-awaited investment cycle.
PPI surge signals hidden inflation risks
The sharp increase seen in the latest producer price index (PPI) numbers could mean higher prices for everyday goods and services than what the consumer price index (CPI) may suggest.
Stratus’ blockbuster debut: Fundamentals or Fomo?
Stratus Global Holdings Bhd's spectacular Main Market debut has done more than create instant paper millionaires.
The bigger catch: Lessons from eFishery
The renewed attention on Retirement Fund (Inc) or KWAP's investment in Indonesian aquaculture startup eFishery is understandable.
Moving away from PPPs
The government's award of a contract to develop and operate the road charge and vehicle entry permit (VEP) system at the Malaysia-Singapore border is yet another example of how Malaysia's approach to public-private partnerships (PPP) differs from that of countries like Singapore.
Who watches the regulator?
Malaysia's communications regulator is set to gain significantly broader powers under amendments to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Act 1998.
