AS sustainability gains further traction in the world, it is inevitable that ESG-related investments will take the forefront. According to EY Global Climate Change and Sustainability Services leader …
Strong sales momentum underpins Nestle Malaysia’s higher bottomline in 2Q
In the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, the food and beverage firm posted a net profit of RM112.11mil, up from RM93.6mil in the same quarter in 2024. Earnings per share rose to 47.81 sen from 39.91 …
EcoWorld Malaysia well positioned for growth
Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld Malaysia) has a solid war chest to grow its property investments and for land acquisitions, analysts say.
Clarifying Malaysia’s regulatory approach to digital assets
The Securities Commission Malaysia’s joint framework with BNM addresses digital asset risks through oversight, enforcement, and alignment with global standards.
This NYC woman now lives large on just $30K/year in China — 4 more spots for struggling Americans to consider
A family can expect to spend roughly $2,800 a month living in Malaysia’s largest city, Kuala Lumpur, according to Nomads.com. With its relatively modern infrastructure, delicious food and fantastic …
India becomes Malaysia’s top oil palm seed buyer as domestic cultivation expands
India emerges as Malaysia’s top importer of oil palm seeds, boosting domestic palm oil production and reducing import dependency.
New Penang hotel blends coastal and cultural charm
Millennium Hotels & Resorts’ first M Social property in Malaysia is its seventh globally. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Navigating Pakistan’s debt quagmire through Islamic finance
Waqf stands as a shining cornerstone of Islamic finance, with its landscape in numerous countries. From the oil-rich nations of Qatar and Saudi Arabia to the vibrant economies of Malaysia and …
Rate cut to spur moderate demand in property sector, say analysts
The cut in the overnight policy rate by Bank Negara Malaysia will spur moderate demand for properties in general in the second half (2H) of this year while demand in the high-end segment will continue …
TotalEnergies to divest Brunei subsidiary to Hibiscus Petroleum for $259m
French oil and gas major TotalEnergies has agreed to offload its wholly owned subsidiary in Bruneito Malaysian company Hibiscus Petroleum for $259m.