Star Biz7

Greenback on the back foot

What was once seen as an immovable pillar of global finance is now under increasing pressure.

Nation

Tok Mat: South Asian tensions can hurt trade

PUTRAJAYA: The Pakistan-India conflict could affect Malaysia economically, as the country has substantial trade ties with both nations.

Star Biz7

Drug price display – at what price?

In a healthcare system stretched by inflation and frayed by mistrust, Malaysia's new ruling mandating the display of drug prices in private clinics and hospitals is more than a regulatory update – it's a flashpoint in a long-brewing debate over fairness, access, and survival in medicine.

Nation

‘Register workers for PERKESO by May 31 or face action’

KUALA LUMPUR: Employers who have yet to register their workers under the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) and have outstanding contributions are given until May 31 to do so, says Human Resources Minister Steven Sim.

Star Biz7

Uncertain but not uninvestable

After months of caution and volatility, investors might be wondering whether Malaysian equities are finally turning a corner, or simply gearing up for another bout of turbulence.

Nation

Priority on children’s well-being

PETALING JAYA: The upgraded National Children's Policy focuses on the different challenges that youth now face with the rise of new forms of crimes, violence, exploitation and neglect.

Nation

Pasir Gudang-Kempas Baru passenger train to serve key Johor stretch

JOHOR BARU: Passenger train services will soon run along the Pasir Gudang-Kempas Baru route, previously reserved solely for cargo trains, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook.

Nation

Hydrogen refuel station to drive clean energy R & D

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has taken significant steps towards a clean energy future by introducing the Mobile Hydrogen Refuelling Station (MHRS) development project to drive innovation in the hydrogen-based mobility sector, it was revealed.

Nation

Over 90% of ailing PR1MA projects rescued, says Nga

SEREMBAN: Over 90% of the troubled or ailing projects by PR1MA Corporation Malaysia (PR1MA) nationwide have been completed as of last month, says Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming (pic).

Nation

Pamela’s family calls for transparency in probe

KUALA LUMPUR: The family of Datin Seri Pamela Ling Yueh is calling for proper updates from the authorities regarding the progress of the investigation into her disappearance.

Star Biz7

Collektr connects collectors

Twenty Pokémon trading cards appear on the screen in steady succession, each one introduced in turn to a virtual audience.

Nation

Mum-believable offers on flowers

JOHOR BARU: With Mothers Day celebration on Sunday, people have started flocking to florists here in search of the perfect bouquet for the mothers in their lives.

Nation

Azam Baki’s MACC tenure extended for third time

PETALING JAYA: Tan Sri Azam Baki's (pic) tenure as Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner has been extended for one more year, announces Chief Secretary to the Government.

Nation

MMEA to get new copters and vessels

PORT DICKSON: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) is set to receive four new helicopters to enhance its operational capabilities.

Nation

Anwar sends well wishes to Catholics

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratu­lated Catholics in Malaysia and around the world on the election of a new pope.

Star Biz7

Four is the new five as consultancy defies norms

When change management consultancy &samhoud Asia announced the implementation of a four-day workweek at the start of this year, reactions were mixed.

Nation

Malaysia courts Europe

PETALING JAYA: Business-friendly policies and facilities that can benefit foreign investors were among topics discussed ­during the International Econo­mic Senate's (Internationaler Wirtschaftssenat – IWS) visit to Malaysia, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Insight

AGMs are not ritual, but a reckoning

It's that time of year again – annual general meeting (AGM) season is here!

Insight

One of a kind

A seasoned corporate finance veteran once told me – if one cannot deliver above 10% per annum net of all fees to clients consistently, it would be hard to start a fund management company.

Insight

How able is Abel?

Legendary billionaire-investor Warren Buffett has announced his retirement as chief executive officer (CEO) of Berkshire Hathaway Inc by the end of 2025, after over 55 years in that role.