What does 2H26 hold for banks?
After benefiting from rising interest rates and resilient economic growth over the past several years, the global banking sector has had geopolitical tensions shave off some of its "defensiveness", a positive trait that is often associated with banking stocks.
Ringgit’s outlook: Sunny with some clouds
If there is anything clouding the ringgit's outlook or that of any currency, it is the lack of forward guidance from the US Federal Reserve (Fed) under newly appointed chairman Kevin Maxwell Warsh, who presided over his first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting over June 17 to June 18.
Mr DIY’s global ambitions
MR DIY Group (M) Bhd has become one of Bursa Malaysia's biggest retail success stories.
Betamek’s road beyond Perodua
For many, Betamek Bhd runs synonymously with Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua).
Construction accountability hidden in layers
Malaysia's construction industry continues to grapple with recurring complaints over housing quality and workmanship, with hundreds of cases reported each year involving defects, contract breaches and compliance issues.
3D construction printing rewriting the rules
Transformative change has been occurring within the real estate and construction sectors in Malaysia, driven by advanced robotics, automated material sciences and digital architecture.
KL’s urban resurgence leads the charge
The secondary residential property market in Malaysia has opened the year on an exceptionally positive note, with Kuala Lumpur emerging as the primary engine of high-value price appreciation and renewed buyer conviction.
Unlocking the value of data
For many businesses today, digitalisation is seen as a necessity rather than simply a competitive edge.
Sophistication of investment scams
Over the weekend, there was a media report about another cash trust scheme imploding where there were 1,800 victims nationwide with losses estimated to be more than RM100mil.
