Forex

Ringgit expected to trade between 4.07 and 4.09 against US dollar next week

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade between 4.07 and 4.09 against the US dollar next week, with market sentiment likely to be guided by a series of key United States (US) economic data releases and their implications for the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook.

Consumer

Nescafé Malaysia launches two new ready-to-drink coffee flavours

KUALA LUMPUR: Nescafé Malaysia has introduced two new additions to its ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee range, Spanish Latte and Tiramisu Latte, as part of its "Treat Yourself to More" campaign targeting young consumers.

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The herd mentality fallacy

There is an unsavoury real estate development behaviour that seems to repeat itself over and over again. Year after year, many seasoned industry players fall into the exact same trap, rushing to build in micro-markets that are already suffocating under excess inventory.

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Centralised housing data bank needed

Every year, an enormous amount of information is generated across government agencies, financial regulators, property developers, utility providers and research institutions. Reports are published, surveys are conducted, statistics are updated and databases continue to expand.

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Stairlifts versus escape routes

A dispute over a proposed stairlift in a Shanghai apartment building is putting the spotlight on a dilemma that many ageing cities, like Malaysia, will eventually have to confront.

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Investors pile into US Treasury bills

Rising US Treasury bill (T-bill) issuance could help Washington meet its immediate funding needs, but it may also increase its long-term fiscal risks if the strategy becomes a lasting feature of government borrowing.

Short Position

Northeast founders seek buyout order

Friends appear to have become foes at Northeast Group Bhd.

Short Position

PPI surge signals hidden inflation risks

The sharp increase seen in the latest producer price index (PPI) numbers could mean higher prices for everyday goods and services than what the consumer price index (CPI) may suggest.

Insight

The Honda CBR600 that taught me independence

One of the great gifts of being young is believing you have endless potential, and all the time in the world to fulfil it.

Insight

Board members under pressure?

With the changing and evolving regulatory, compliance, and governance framework, board members are increasingly under pressure to perform.

Insight

Building the PETRONAS of data

Every time we subscribe to an artificial intelligence (AI) tool or digital service, we may unknowingly be buying back our own data.

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Gold preparing to enter digital era

Gold may soon become as easy to use as money in a digital wallet, as younger investors embrace technology and financial markets reshape one of the world's oldest safe-haven assets.

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Reinventing kitchenware game

In the highly competitive consumer goods industry, where shelf space is limited and long-standing, big-name international players dominate, new brands often face an uphill climb.

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Easy, breezy, Gen X

A decade ago, a rising star named Zendaya was tapped to be the new face of CoverGirl at 19 years old. A few years before, the brand had enlisted a promising 20-year-old songwriter, Taylor Swift, as a global ambassador.

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Smarter way to build wealth

For many investors, the biggest threat to long-term returns is not a market crash, stubborn inflation or geopolitical shocks. Instead, it is often their own behaviour.

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Cashing in on Proteinmaxxing

Welcome to peak protein. There have never been so many ways to get it. Grocery shelves are filling up with protein-infused popcorn, cereal, Pop-Tarts – even water.

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AI spending boom hits reality

The US technology sector is entering a new phase of the artificial intelligence (AI) investment cycle, one where investors are no longer willing to give Big Tech a free pass on soaring capital expenditure (capex).

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Structural reforms herald new era

Singapore's equity market is drawing renewed attention as investors look for a rare combination of stability, income and long-term growth in an increasingly unpredictable global environment.

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Emerging Asia ready for take-off

As the global economy adjusts to a more fragmented and uncertain landscape, emerging markets (EMs) are increasingly seen as a key engine of future growth rather than merely a source of higher risk.

Insight

Bottlenecks in capital recycling 

When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involving government linked companies and government-linked investment companies (GLCs and GLICs), the landscape today is far from open or free.