malaysia

(May 13): With the one-year anniversary of the Pakatan Harapan-led government now in the rear-view mirror, one thing is certain — much more remains to be done. In particular, the issue of the rising cost of living continues to top surveys as the biggest

One year on from a stunning election victory, the Pakatan Harapan government faces hostile global economic conditions, a resurgent Malay-dominated opposition and disenchanted supporters.

SINGAPORE (May 3): In a TV interview on April 11, UBS economist Kelvin Tay blamed “political paralysis” in Malaysia for landing the country in an economic bind that includes a “current account deficit” of higher than 3.4%.

SINGAPORE (Apr 15): The Federal Land Development Authority’s planned review of its 99-year land lease agreement (LLA) with FGV Holdings is not expected to work out well for FGV, which is heavily reliant on Felda’s resources.

SINGAPORE (Mar 25): UOB KayHian says upcoming market entrant Fortress Minerals (FMIL SP) is well positioned to ride on increasing demand from Chinese steel mills.

KUALA LUMPUR (Mar 19): Malaysia may list certain state-owned entities to cut government debt and liabilities, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Tuesday as it seeks new revenue sources to boost its fiscal position.

SINGAPORE (Mar 18): It started the day after I returned to Penang from Singapore, a visit filled with the usual shopping and dining, as well as catching up with friends and relatives. An earache prompted a quick visit to the GP, but it didn’t mar the fa

KUALA LUMPUR/SINGAPORE (Mar 12): The euphoria following Malaysia’s historic election last May has faded, leaving its stock market as Asia’s only one in the red this year.

SINGAPORE (Mar 4): Malaysia plans to halt all expansion of oil palm plantations this year as it seeks to dispel the oil’s reputation as a driver of deforestation.

SINGAPORE (Feb 25): Contrary to speculation, Malaysia’s Khazanah Nasional is not being shut down. Talk that Khazanah might be liquidated was why congratulations was not the first word that came to mind for many when Shahril Ridza Ridzuan was plucked out