The Toyota Eco Youth (TEY) 2022/2023 edition concluded today on a high note with the Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE) and UMW Toyota Motor representatives attending the closing ceremony and exhibition at Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam. Themed ‘Championing Mobility’, the TEY programme targeted at secondary school students is among UMW Toyota Motor’s ongoing efforts to cultivate awareness and a sense of responsibility for people and the planet by encouraging the youth to take climate action through the development of sustainable innovations.

Toyota Eco Youth Participants Champion Mobility For All Through Sustainable Innovations

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Less than a year ago, the global investment environment was awash with positive sentiment.  Technology stocks were the darlings of the fund management industry, and seemingly everyone wanted a piece of premium tech equity. Malaysia’s own stock market was rosy; for a while in the 2017 investm...

The importance of having goals

THE proof of the pudding lies in the eating, so goes the old saying and this is especially true in the case of Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS’ Research, Innovation and Commercialisation (RIC) Unit.

UTP’S RIC rakes in RM109mil in 2022

Inspiration comes in many shapes and forms. For renowned Scotch whisky maker The Macallan, it has consistently raised the bar with new whisky expressions inspired by elements from far beyond the world of Scotch whiskies. Its latest expressions may well be among the most unique as they take inspiration from the world of coffee.

The worlds of coffee and single malt whiskies come together in The Macallan Harmony Collection

If you have been a parent who had to find accommodation in London or elsewhere in the UK in recent months, you would find the competition fierce and rents hitting all time high as demand far outstrips supply.

An Opportunistic UK Property Market Ahead?

Since commencing operations as a construction company in 1974, Low Yat Group has grown in leaps and bounds. The group is popularly known for developing Malaysia's first international hotel, The Federal Hotel in Bukit Bintang, back in 1957 as well as Plaza Low Yat, which was recognised as the country's largest IT lifestyle centre by the Malaysia Book of Records in 2009.

Low Yat Group offers exclusive homes at BTP with Amaya

2022 was an unforgiving year for the markets as the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic lingered, geopolitical tensions reared their head and inflation spiked around the world, followed by an aggressive tightening campaign by the US Federal Reserve and other central banks.

Hop into abundance this Year of the Rabbit

Philip Morris Malaysia (PMM) has redesigned its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework recognizing two distinct forms of issues: Those that relate to our products (what we produce), and those related to our business operations (how we produce).

Transforming for good

OCBC Premier Banking aims to deliver banking services through not only conventional platforms but also across a diverse range of digital channels so clients can have the flexibility to choose the way they want to do banking. The multichannel experience marks the beginning of a refreshed suite of OCBC Premier Banking propositions, developed based on insights gained from clients.

The Multichannel Experience of OCBC Premier Banking

Various industry commentators have hailed 5G as a true game changer, one that will transform the way we live and do business. Cloud robotics and autonomous vehicles aside, much of the hype around 5G has centred on mobile connectivity for consumers, with the promise of lightning-fast network speeds at ultra-low latency.

Beyond the hype, here's how 5G will herald a new era of innovative growth for Malaysia

Lo-hei is a fun, festive activity for the Lunar New Year. This vibrant custom involves the communal tossing of ingredients comprising raw fish slices, shredded vegetables and condiments as one hollers auspicious phrases to welcome good fortune.

Holler for good investment fortune this Lunar New Year

With sustainability challenges increasingly confronting the world, Sime Darby Property, which turned 50 last ...

Going Further in the ESG Journey

It is estimated that working Malaysians waste about a million hours a year in traffic jams. That time could have been used more productively, such as spending another hour at work or catching up on social activities. The wasted hours also come at a cost, which economists call an opportunity cost.

Long-awaited Klang Valley expressways cut Malaysians’ time in traffic

Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research has valued ACE Market-bound Sin-Kung Logistics Bhd at 17 sen, based on 15x price earnings ratio on FY2024F of 1.1 sen.

HLIB values ACE Market-bound Sin-Kung Logistics at 17 sen

Zirconio Stone, emerging from a brand of Spanish origin under Niro Ceramic Group, combines large format sintered stone in timeless elegant designs.

THE FUTURE IS HERE: ZIRCONIO STONE BY NIRO CERAMIC GROUP

It’s “better to ask for forgiveness than permission” when it comes to complying with the law, the billionaire founder of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange once told his team, according to the US government.

Binance and CZ’s fortunes are set to grow, jail or no jail 

RHB sees Synergy’s investment in AI as a positive to business.

MORNING CALL: 30/4/24

Samsung Electronics Co’s earnings surged after the semiconductor business returned to profitabilty for the first time since 2022, boosted by broad spending on artificial intelligence development.

Samsung’s profit surges after AI boom reverses chip losses 

As projections for all the copper needed in the clean-energy transition help send prices of the wiring metal to two-year highs, a new report highlights the risks to future metal supplies from climate change.

Half of all copper mining at drought risk with climate change

China needs to further reduce its Treasuries holdings, in part to lessen the potential leverage of Washington over its Asian rival, according to a paper published by a Chinese state think tank.

China’s US Treasury holdings becoming ‘hostages,’ academic warns

Elon Musk’s net worth is soaring after it plunged to the lowest level in almost a year.

Musk’s fortune soars by most since before Twitter purchase

Nearly all new passenger cars and trucks sold in the US will be required to have automatic emergency braking systems by September 2029, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Monday, saying that the rule will save at least 360 lives annually and prevent at least 24,000 injuries.

US to require new cars to have emergency braking systems by 2029

Amy Wang was counting on a 100,000 yuan (RM65,743) subsidy promised by authorities in the eastern Chinese city of Weifang to fit and furnish an apartment she bought two years ago. Still waiting for the money, she is yet to move in.

Strained Chinese cities struggle to pay home buying subsidies

KUALA LUMPUR (April 30): Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Monday (April 29):

QSR Brands and KFC Malaysia confirmed it suspended operations of its outlets to manage costs, amid news that over 100 of its outlets have ceased...

QSR Brands, Nestle, ViTrox, LPI Capital, Ajiya, YTL REIT, Tex Cycle, Gadang, HHRG, Sapura, MSC, Capital A, BSL, Oppstar

Following reports that over 100 KFC outlets have been temporarily closed after about half a year of boycott movement, QSR Brands (M) Holdings Bhd and KFC Holdings (M) Bhd (KFC Malaysia) said they suspended the operations of the outlets to manage increasing business costs amid challenging economic conditions, and to focus on high engagement trade zones.&nbsp;

QSR confirms temporary closure of KFC outlets, says it is to manage rising costs

YNH Property Bhd on Monday made a belated announcement about transactions involving its 6.49-acre land in Segambut, which it had inked an agreement in September last year to sell for RM59.58 million but revoked last week to have Chin Hin&nbsp;Group Property Bhd develop the plot in return for at least RM52 million.

YNH makes belated announcement about transactions involving its Segambut land

The Genting group companies' operations have recovered from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and its earnings are expected to further grow, albeit more gradually, according to S&amp;P Global Ratings.

S&P: Genting's operations have recovered from impact of pandemic, earnings to further grow

Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd has clarified that the fire at a paint factory in Meru Industrial Park, Klang on Monday (April 29) had no impact on operations at its rubber glove factories.

Fire outbreak at paint processing plant 'has nothing to do with Kossan Rubber Industries', says MD

The regular market for US equities runs for 390 minutes on a standard trading day. But at the rate things are going, eventually the last 10 might be the only ones that matter.

Increasingly, only last 10 minutes of US stock trading matter

YTL Hospitality REIT (YTL REIT) is planning to develop a hotel in Hokkaido, Japan, for an estimated total cost of RM199 million.

YTL REIT to develop a Moxy hotel in Hokkaido for RM199 mil

Elon Musk was in dire need of a quick win for Tesla Inc. If that meant flying to China a week after standing up Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, then so be it.

Musk’s trip to Beijing after India snub shows power of China

HHRG Bhd was slapped with a RM58.18 million suit by Ooi Chieng Sim, in relation to a loan given out by the former executive chairman to the company.&nbsp;

HHRG faces RM58 mil suit over alleged default of loan by ex-chairman

Saudi Arabia-based renewable energy giant ACWA Power has disclosed plans to collaborate with several strategic Malaysian partners in developing&nbsp;renewable energy projects across multiple states in Malaysia, said&nbsp;Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

ACWA Power eyes collaboration with strategic M'sian partners on renewable energy projects, says Anwar

Printed circuit board (PCB) company BSL Corp Bhd saw Doris Wong Sing Ee emerge as its substantial shareholder after Wong acquired 97 million BSL shares, raising her stake in the company to 7.104%.

Metronic Global ED Doris Wong emerges as substantial shareholder of BSL

Integrated circuit (IC) design service provider Oppstar Bhd is collaborating with South Korea’s tech giant Samsung Electronics Co Ltd for the production of industrial ICs manufactured using Samsung’s 14 nanometre (nm) FinFET technology foundry process.

Oppstar partners with Samsung to produce industrial integrated circuits

All routes along the Malaysia-Thailand border area in the districts of Tak Bai, Sungai Golok, and Weng have been temporarily closed following a bomb explosion and shooting incident that injured four police officers.

Malaysia-Thailand routes in Tak Bai, Sungai Golok, and Weng temporarily closed

AirAsia X Bhd’s (AAX) passenger load factor rose to 83% in the first quarter of this year (1Q2024), from 80% in the same period a year earlier, driven by robust travel demand.&nbsp;

AAX’s passenger load factor up at 83% in 1Q on robust travel demand

The implementation of the water tariff adjustment for domestic category as of Feb 1 this year, is vital to improve and enhance the country's water supply system.

Water tariff adjustment can help consolidate water supply system — Teo

China needs to further reduce its Treasuries holdings, in part to lessen the potential leverage of Washington over its Asian rival, according to a paper published by a Chinese state think tank.

US stocks ended higher on Monday, with sharp gains for Tesla and Apple leading the way, as investors looked toward what the Federal Reserve would say about the interest rate outlook after its policy meeting this week.

Wall Street stocks finish higher as investors focus on Fed moves

Building materials maker Ajiya Bhd recorded its second straight quarterly loss of RM12.71 million for the first quarter ended Feb 29, 2024 (1QFY2024), versus a net profit of RM46.11 million a year ago, despite logging higher revenue.

Ajiya logs second straight quarterly loss of RM12.7m in 1Q

Spotify Technology SA co-founder Daniel Ek is pocketing gains from the audio-streaming giant’s stock rebound, while increasingly building up his investments outside the company.

Spotify CEO cashes in on streaming giant’s 267% stock rebound

It’s “better to ask for forgiveness than permission” when it comes to complying with the law, the billionaire founder of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange once told his team, according to the US government.

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