Analyst Report
Analysing the escalating risks in a fragmented global environment
International SOS highlights rising escalating risks for 2025, including social unrest, geopolitical tensions, and burnout, urging proactive resilience strategies.
Category: World Business News
Business News
Fed’s next interest rate move in focus
The FBM KLCI is set to trade positively today, buoyed by Wall Street's gains and local institutional support despite foreign fund outflows. Interest rate…
Business News
Radisson Hotel Group adds two new resorts in Phuket
The Radisson Resort Layan Phuket and Radisson Blu Resort Layan Phuket, located on the picturesque Layan Beach, will add 812 rooms and suites to…
Analyst Report
Eurozone faces challenges such as political uncertainty in major economies, potential US tariff hikes
The Eurozone faces challenges such as political uncertainty in major economies, potential US tariff hikes, and structural issues in the automotive sector, increasing recession…
Business News
Global Debt Hits Record High of $323 Trillion: Key Challenges Ahead for 2025
Global debt surged to $323 trillion in 2024, driven by emerging markets and government spending, amid rising trade tensions and climate-related financial challenges.
Business News
Malaysia and Timor-Leste Strengthen Ties with New Agreements
On Timor-Leste’s accession to ASEAN, Prime Minister Anwar reiterated Malaysia’s commitment to support Timor-Leste in its journey towards becoming a full member of ASEAN.
Economy and Business
Federal Reserve Initiates Rate Cuts Amid Easing Inflation, Signals More Adjustments Ahead
Fed cuts rates by 0.50%, aims to curb inflation while supporting job growth, more cuts expected.
Social Media
Bluesky: The Decentralized Social Platform Soaring Past X in User Satisfaction
Visually and in terms of basic functionality, Bluesky indeed mimics Twitter. It's designed for short-form text updates, image sharing, and social interaction in a…
Business News
US Consumer Confidence and Inflation Expectations Signal Positive Economic Momentum
US consumer confidence is rising, with inflation expectations stabilizing and labor market optimism increasing, signaling positive economic growth potential.
Business News
Social Media’s Pivotal Role in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Social media platforms, especially X, became battlegrounds for voter mobilization. Candidates used these platforms for direct voter interaction, bypassing traditional media filters
Business News
Steady rise in debt accumulation in frontier markets
Although some markets saw debt ratio declines, countries like Nigeria, Rwanda, and Kuwait reported sharp rises in debt accumulation
Business News
New: Trump declares victory while his party snatches the Senate majority now
In the recent U.S. elections, Trump supporters prioritized economic issues and immigration, while Harris voters focused on democracy and diverse concerns. Trump declares victory…
Byline
Malaysia and BRICS: Balancing Global Opportunities and Challenges
Malaysia could play a pivotal role in ASEAN-BRICS cooperation, acting as a bridge between Southeast Asia and the BRICS bloc, thus enhancing its regional
Economy and Business
Malaysia Sets New Regional Standard with Successful Launch of ASEAN Change Management Conference
Looking ahead, K-Pintar aims to make the ASEAN Change Management Conference an annual event, further enhancing regional collaboration in change management
World Business News
The BRICS International Fashion Federation is Born
The creation of this International Federation is a major outcome of the recent BRICS+ Fashion Summit in Moscow
Economy and Business
Federal Reserve rates and what American experts are saying: Insight
The Federal Reserve has downshifted its median expectations for rate cuts, indicating only one cut for 2024, contrary to market hopes for multiple or…