Business News
Data Centre Water Use Could Nearly Triple by 2030 Without Efficiency Gains
Global data centre water usage may rise to 644 billion litres by 2030, primarily driven by increased AI computing demands.
Category: Sustainability
Stocks and Markets
Mega First: Riding On Higher Water Level In 2H (MFCB MK, Outperform, TP: RM4.95)
Mega First focuses on renewable energy projects while streamlining non-core operations.
Politics
Prabowo Orders Revocation of Permits Over Forest Fires
Prabowo orders revocation of permits for firms linked to forest fires, pledges tougher enforcement and rapid response measures.
Sustainability
Rising Compliance Costs Are Creating New Business Opportunities For ESG Software
Expanding ESG regulations create a significant market opportunity for affordable compliance software tailored to small and medium businesses.
Business News
Malakoff: No Interim Dividend Amid Recovery
Malakoff reported a 2QFY26 PATAMI of RM31.7m, boosted by TBE's performance, while core earnings remained weak without dividends.
Sustainability
Global Sustainability Leaders Gather at ISW 2026 to Drive Net Positive Cities
International Sustainability Week 2026 in Kuala Lumpur will focus on advancing sustainable urban growth and climate resilience through practical solutions and expert discussions.
Agriculture
Tune Protect & Sunway XFarms Expand Grow & Give for Youth Sustainability Education
Tune Protect & Sunway XFarms expand Grow & Give, installing solar hydroponics at SK Saujana Putra to educate students on sustainability.
Green Energy
ASEAN Needs Massive Capital Push to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition, Says PM
ASEAN needs increased capital, partnerships, and policy clarity for a successful energy transition and sustainable infrastructure development.
Stocks and Markets
KLCI Pauses as Investors Await Megacap Earnings; Tech Stocks Lead Recovery
The FBM KLCI eased despite a strong technology rebound as investors shifted focus to Alphabet and Tesla earnings...megacap earnings
Energy
EFS Group Advances Firm Solar Power for Malaysia’s Data Centre Future
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Stocks and Markets
Foreign Buying Returns; Focus Turns to Select Opportunities
The FBM KLCI regained momentum above 1,720 as foreign funds returned to domestic equities, with investors eyeing selective opportunities in stocks and IPOs.
Business News
SML Group Accelerates Sustainable Supply Chains Through RFID Innovation and ESG Progress
SML Group reported strong ESG progress, expanded award-winning RFID innovation, reduced emissions and strengthened supply chain transparency to help brands meet evolving sustainability and…
Sustainability
Building Malaysia’s Green Growth Engine Gains Momentum
Malaysia aims for green growth by enhancing renewable energy, sustainable practices, and cleaner technologies to balance economy and environment.
Bursa Malaysia
Hap Seng Plantations Outlook Supported by Stronger Harvest and Lower Costs
Hap Seng Plantations is expected to benefit from stronger fresh fruit bunch production, lower unit costs and resilient crude palm oil prices, supporting earnings…
Solar
TotalEnergies Starts Construction of its 30 MWac Solar Project
The solar farm of TotalEnergies will supply renewable power to support the growing demands from major technology and industrial players in the country.
Business News
Filtrona Advances ESG Goals with Measurable Sustainability Performance in 2025
Filtrona recorded major ESG progress in 2025, including emissions cuts, zero landfill waste, and stronger governance standards globally.