Business News
LOCUS-T Wins Four Honours at A+M Agency of the Year Awards 2026
PETALING JAYA, 22 July 2026 – LOCUS-T, a leading Malaysian digital marketing agency, has been recognized with four honours at the Advertising + Marketing…
Category: People
Politics
Anwar Apologises to Civil Servants Over Firm Tone
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim clarified his remarks to civil servants, emphasizing the need for accountability and constructive criticism while maintaining morale.
Politics
Andy Burnham Becomes Britain’s New Prime Minister Amid Mounting Challenges
Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister, pledges reforms amid economic woes, migration pressures, and political challenges following Starmer’s resignation.
Money and Investment
Active BNPL account holders rose to eight million 1Q26
The number of active BNPL account holders reached eight million, with a total balance of RM5.3 billion.
People
Vincent Tan Reduces Berjaya Stake Amid Asset Sales
Vincent Tan has reduced his stake in Berjaya Corporation to streamline operations and enhance financial performance amidst restructuring efforts.
Analyst Report
Market outlook: GE16 countdown begins?
Domestically, the Johor State Election will be the key political event, with investors closely watching the outcome for clues on the likelihood of an…
Workplace
Rafizi Warns of “Salary Trap,” Urges Radical Wage Growth for Malaysians
Rafizi warns Malaysia risks “salary trap,” calls for 5% wage growth, better public services, and reforms to aid B40 and SMEs.
Travel and Tourism
Asia Pacific Luxury Hotel Deals Surge 77%
Asia Pacific luxury hotel deals surged 77%, with Kuala Lumpur pipeline and investor appetite highlighting resilience and long‑term growth prospects.
ASEAN
Vietnam’s Rising Influence in ASEAN Takes Centre Stage at the Shangri-La Dialogue
Vietnam's General Secretary To Lam will visit Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines from May 27 to June 1, 2026.
Byline
Women in Finance Drive Malaysia’s Entrepreneurial Future
More Malaysian women in finance are pursuing entrepreneurship, strengthening SME growth, innovation, leadership diversity, and long-term economic resilience.
Branding
Pos Malaysia Faces Pressure in Digital Era as Mail Volumes Decline
Pos Malaysia faces declining traditional mail volumes, prompting a shift towards logistics and e-commerce for sustainability.
Appoinments
Mak Joon Nien is Now CEO of Growth Markets and CEO of CIMB Singapore
CIMB Group appointed Mak Joon Nien as CEO of Growth Markets and CEO of CIMB Singapore, aiming to enhance regional growth and connectivity.
Appoinments
PNB Appoints Rizal Rickman Ramli as New President & Group CEO
PNB appoints Rizal Rickman Ramli as new President & Group CEO, succeeding Dato’ Abdul Rahman Ahmad after his retirement.
Workplace
Malaysia Faces Talent Mismatch as Hiring Becomes More Selective
Malaysia's job market faces a "talent paradox," with employers struggling to find suitable candidates despite many job seekers, highlighting skill mismatches.
Workplace
MEF Highlights Labour Weakness
Malaysia's Migrant Repatriation Programme 2.0 extended to May 2027; industry groups call for policy clarity and faster foreign worker approvals.
Politics
MACC Continues Questioning James Chai Over RM1.11 Billion Project
MACC continues questioning James Chai over RM1.11 billion semiconductor project, with statements recorded from 17 witnesses including ministry officers.