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26/07/2025

As neighbours cut deals with Trump, Malaysia stands alone, facing a 25% tariff and a tough choice between protecting policy or securing trade.

More and more countries close to Malaysia seem to be striking their own tariff deals with US President Donald Trump.

26/07/2025

With a 25% US tariff deadline closing in, Malaysia is under pressure to strike a deal—how much are we willing to trade to stay competitive?
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/07/26/can-malaysia-secure-a-deal

More and more countries close to Malaysia seem to be striking their own tariff deals with US President Donald Trump.

26/07/2025

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25/07/2025

Imagine needing a car to get to a new job but not having the payslip or documentation to get a loan to finance the purchase, many find themselves in such a difficult situation.

In Malaysia, car ownership is more than a milestone, it is a necessity.From school runs to side hustles, the car remains a vital utility, especially in areas underserved by public transport.But even as the need endures, the ability to own is becoming harder to grasp, it continues to be a big financi...

25/07/2025

Both Globetronics and Flexidynamic have said that the acquisitions align with their strategies for sustained growth and further expansion.

The chase for loss-making companies continues, with Globetronics Technology Bhd acquiring loss-making Mpire Global Bhd.

25/07/2025

Known for their knock-offs of major makes in the past, Chinese cars are becoming increasingly popular in local markets, especially in the electric mobility market, as they are sleek, modern and offer great value for money.

Chinese car manufacturers are rapidly expanding globally, making Malaysia's automotive market highly competitive and a buyer's haven.

25/07/2025

Leonard Mak, interior designer and founder of LM Studio, tells StarBiz 7 that more homeowners today are willing to invest in a personal brew corner, complete with top-of-the-line coffee equipment, to elevate their regular coffee ritual.

Malaysia's coffee industry has been on a caffeine-fuelled kick in recent years. Thanks to a proliferation of competition between local and international coffee chains, alongside rising demand for artisanal, specialty brews, consumers are increasingly spoilt for options when it comes to getting their...

25/07/2025

Vincent Lau, head of equity sales at Rakuten Trade, considers the MRT3 project as the “final piece in the jigsaw” of transit lines in the Klang Valley.

Analysts share the sentiment of Klang Valley city dwellers in hoping for the Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3) project to proceed but remain cautious about its ex*****on.

25/07/2025

While some foreign investors are treading carefully, local research firms are holding firm on their year-end targets for the index, signalling a broadly resilient outlook.

Malaysian equities are experiencing volatility in the second half of 2025 (2H25), influenced by global trade tensions and tariff uncertainties. However, analysts maintain a positive outlook.

25/07/2025

Major banks such as Malayan Banking Bhd and CIMB Bank Bhd now say that wealth management is their big growth driver and they have their respective strategies to boost this segment in a bigger way.

It used to be a dream for many young people. Becoming an investment banker meant stepping into an exciting world of deal-making, presumably with fine dining and wining in the finest establishments. Huge bonuses were a regular part of the package.

25/07/2025

Can Malaysia afford such a costly endeavour, and more importantly, does the country truly need it?

Malaysia is at a crossroads with the Mass Rapid Transit 3 (MRT3), also known as MRT Circle Line project, a massive infrastructure initiative that has sparked intense fiscal debate.