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Discover the hidden gems of Langkawi
Explore the natural beauty of Langkawi beyond its tax-free status.
July 20, 2023
Global Markets
The 'wonders' of turtles belie this country's latent potential
'We can pray for development or make our own luck'
July 13, 2023
Tong's Portfolio
Get the politics right, and all else will follow
Malaysians are fond of complaining about everything that is wrong in their lives.
June 15, 2023
Results
MeGroup back profitable for FY2023 with easing of pandemic curbs
The company's manufacturing operations generated 80% more revenue for FY2023
May 29, 2023
Tong's Portfolio
Directing EPF’s investments back to Malaysia: The pros and cons, and the better path
As a matter of public policy, repatriating domestic savings and reinvesting the money locally make perfect sense.
May 20, 2023
Agriculture / Hotels / Restaurants
Japfa ships 23,000 live chickens from Bintan to Singapore
Malaysia's ban of chicken exports lasted between May and Oct 2022.
May 14, 2023
Tong's Portfolio
Malaysian residential properties have become more, not less, affordable
Allowing access to Napic public data will help homebuyers and developers.
May 12, 2023
Results
Fortress Minerals reports higher FY2023 revenue but earnings dip slightly
CEO Chee remains upbeat that demand for iron from steel mills across the region remains strong
April 26, 2023
Tong's Portfolio
The dichotomy of words and actions on the ringgit
Why is there such a contrast between public articulation, by economists, analysts and the media, and the actions of smart money?
April 13, 2023
Geopolitics
Lee and Anwar warn of economic costs of US, China rivalry
"Economic imperatives are being overshadowed by national security concerns"
March 30, 2023