JS-SEZ awaits Singapore buy-in
While the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS‑SEZ) holds vast potential, it is notable that no major Singapore corporate heavyweights have yet announced participation.
Plug the funding loopholes
When Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki calls for three new laws to plug loopholes in public funding, the message is stark: Malaysia's anti-corruption framework still leaves too much room for money to move without adequate scrutiny.
Balancing government aid and limits
In recent weeks, many business associations have called on the government for help in coping with rising costs driven by the Middle East conflict.
The ART of uncertainty
The situation in the international trade space remains very fluid, especially concerning the United States.
Gas Malaysia’s new LNG plant to fire up energy sector
That Gas Malaysia Bhd has secured approval for a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification terminal in Kedah is yet another indication of the rapid build-up of energy sources in the country.
REIT tax incentive removal a dent on the asset class
The decision by the taxman to remove tax incentives on real estate investment trusts (REITs) has dented the attractiveness of this investment asset class.
New wrinkle in tariff war
Just when we thought the US tariff issues were subsiding, a new set of worries is surfacing.
Cyber threats target trading, vigilance needed
Cybersecurity threats are nothing new, but attackers are increasingly targeting stock market trading.
LTAT to seek exposure in tech sector
ARMED Forces Fund Board (LTAT), the pension fund for Malaysia's armed forces personnel, is in discussion with relevant authorities, to expand its horizons to improve returns.
