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U.S. agricultural futures close mixed
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 06:03:00 +08:00
CHICAGO, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) agricultural futures closed mixed on Wednesday, with corn and soybean rising and wheat falling. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/us-agricultural-futures-close-mixed">Read full story</a>
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U.S. Senate's proposed stopgap funding measure unlikely to advance in House: Speaker McCarthy
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:56:00 +08:00
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Wednesday the Senate's proposed stopgap funding measure is unlikely to advance in the House, as a federal government shutdown looks increasingly likely. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/us-senate039s-proposed-stopgap-funding-measure-unlikely-to-advance-in-house-speaker-mccarthy">Read full story</a>
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North Korea parliament amends constitution to enshrine nuclear policy -KCNA
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:45:00 +08:00
SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea's rubber-stamp parliament has adopted an amendment to the constitution to formulate the country's policy on nuclear force, state media KCNA reported on Thursday. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/north-korea-parliament-amends-constitution-to-enshrine-nuclear-policy--kcna">Read full story</a>
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COVID-19 pandemic affects new cancer diagnoses in U.S.: report
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:24:00 +08:00
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- New diagnoses of six major cancer types in the United States fell abruptly in early 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report published on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/covid-19-pandemic-affects-new-cancer-diagnoses-in-us-report">Read full story</a>
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U.S. launches community-led research program to advance health equity
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:21:00 +08:00
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) is funding a first-of-its-kind community-led research program to study ways to address the underlying structural factors within communities that affect health, the agency announced on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/us-launches-community-led-research-program-to-advance-health-equity">Read full story</a>
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More than 35,000 victims of sexual violence in Colombia's conflict -tribunal
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:19:00 +08:00
BOGOTA (Reuters) - At least 35,178 people have suffered sexual, gender and reproductive violence in Colombia's armed conflict, the Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) tribunal said on Wednesday as it opened an investigation. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/more-than-35000-victims-of-sexual-violence-in-colombia039s-conflict--tribunal">Read full story</a>
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High maternal stress, prenatal COVID-19 infection may affect attention span in infants: study
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:12:00 +08:00
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- For mothers who experience high stress during their pregnancy, prenatal COVID-19 infection may be associated with an increased risk for impaired attention and delayed socioemotional and cognitive functioning in their infants, according to a new study published on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/high-maternal-stress-prenatal-covid-19-infection-may-affect-attention-span-in-infants-study">Read full story</a>
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Over 10,000 displaced in Haiti after violence escalates north of capital
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:07:00 +08:00
PORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) - More than 10,000 people have fled their homes in parts of Haiti's central department, the United Nations' migration agency said on Wednesday, after a series of gang attacks in recent days including in a hospital north of the capital. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/over-10000-displaced-in-haiti-after-violence-escalates-north-of-capital">Read full story</a>
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Domestic cars drive up Türkiye's EV market
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:02:00 +08:00
ANKARA, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- Türkiye's electric car market is booming in 2023 amid surging gasoline prices and the growing popularity of the country's first homegrown fully-electric car delivered early this year. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/domestic-cars-drive-up-trkiye039s-ev-market">Read full story</a>
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Roundup: U.S. crude supplies down, other petroleum data mixed
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:59:00 +08:00
HOUSTON, Sept. 27 (Xinhua) -- U.S. crude oil refinery inputs averaged 16.1 million barrels per day (b/d) during the week ending Sept. 22, 239,000 b/d less than the previous week's average, according to a weekly report issued by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2023/09/28/roundup-us-crude-supplies-down-other-petroleum-data-mixed">Read full story</a>
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Reshaping the FX world
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
A looming shift in the way US equity trades are settled is sending unintended shock waves through the US$7.5 trillion-a-day global market for foreign exchange (FX). <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/reshaping-the-fx-world">Read full story</a>
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Jakarta launches carbon credit trading
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Indonesia launched trading in a new carbon emissions credit market as it aims to curb the climate impact of its coal-dominated power sector and hit net zero by 2060 or sooner. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/jakarta-launches-carbon-credit-trading">Read full story</a>
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Year-end uptick expected for VS Industry
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
VS Industry Bhd (VSI) is expected to see an uptick in its sales orders following the pick up in preparation for the holiday and festive seasons by the end of this year, says Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/year-end-uptick-expected-for-vs-industry">Read full story</a>
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Export and import unit value indices up in August
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Malaysia’s August export unit value index rose a marginal 0.5% to 142.3 points, the Statistics Department says. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/export-and-import-unit-value-indices-up-in-august">Read full story</a>
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Better margins on the cards for NTPM
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
NTPM Holdings Bhd’s margins are expected to continue widening in upcoming quarters as raw material costs stabilise and stronger demand for its products lead to higher capacity utilisation. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/better-margins-on-the-cards-for-ntpm">Read full story</a>
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Consumer sector likely to face lower spending
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Kenanga Research has downgraded its stance on the consumer sector to “neutral” from “overweight” amid concerns the impending changes to the fuel subsidy system may impact the future prospects of mid-market retailers. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/consumer-sector-likely-to-face-lower-spending">Read full story</a>
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MAA proposes Budget 2024 incentives to include all xEVs
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
As the government is ramping up green initiatives in the automotive industry, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) is proposing incentives under the Budget 2024 to be given to all types of electrified vehicle (xEV) rather than just electric vehicle (EV), in order to popularise xEV in Malaysia. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/maa-proposes-budget-2024-incentives-to-include-all-xevs">Read full story</a>
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Sapura Energy posts RM43mil net profit in 2Q
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Sapura Energy Bhd recorded a net profit of RM42.81mil for the second quarter ended July 31, 2023 (2Q23), helped by lower depreciation, a higher share of profit from joint ventures and associates as well as foreign exchange gains. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/sapura-energy-posts-rm43mil-net-profit-in-2q">Read full story</a>
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Capital A forms partnership with Garuda
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Capital A Bhd, the holding company of low-cost carrier AirAsia, has formed a strategic partnership with Garuda Indonesia Group, the national flag carrier of Indonesia. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/capital-a-forms-partnership-with-garuda">Read full story</a>
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Ekovest major holder to streamline stakes
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +08:00
Tan Sri Lim Kang Hoo, the major shareholder of Ekovest Bhd, Knusford Bhd, Iskandar Waterfront Holdings Sdn Bhd (IWH) and Iskandar Waterfront City Bhd (IWCity), has proposed to undertake a reorganisation, rationalisation and merger proposal involving the companies. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2023/09/28/ekovest-major-holder-to-streamline-stakes">Read full story</a>
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A helping hand for local SMEs on their halal journey
Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +08:00
Alliance Bank provides RM400mil Shariah-compliant financing to accelerate SMEs’ growth in the halal industry. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2022/11/08/a-helping-hand-for-local-smes-on-their-halal-journey">Read full story</a>
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Be one of Malaysia’s Growth Champions
Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:41:00 +08:00
LOCAL companies now have the opportunity to be recognised as a leading organisation based on their revenue growth in Malaysia <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/10/29/be-one-of-malaysias-growth-champions">Read full story</a>
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SMEs can now seek financing from MFA
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
KUALA LUMPUR: Micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) facing cash flow problems can seek alternative financing from a RM5bil fund offered by 25 registered financiers under the Malaysian Factors Association (MFA). <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2022/09/24/smes-can-now-seek-financing-from-mfa">Read full story</a>
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Furniture sold online, with a twist
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
Cuura.space targets property owners to refurbish their units affordably and quickly for the rental market <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/08/27/furniture-sold-online-with-a-twist">Read full story</a>
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Small business owners receive help to thrive
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
Women entrepreneurs get assistance from US-based NGO through business coaching and networking sessions. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2022/07/19/small-business-owners-receive-help-to-thrive">Read full story</a>
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Supporting the automation dream
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
Local PLM solutions provider to help manufacturing companies adopt Industry 4.0 <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2022/03/12/supporting-the-automation-dream">Read full story</a>
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Business survival insights from homegrown SMEs
Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +08:00
Maxis Business introduces web series to help small businesses excel in the new normal <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/03/07/business-survival-insights-from-homegrown-smes">Read full story</a>
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Filling the gap for digital talents
Sat, 05 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
THE ongoing digitalisation process could see many tech companies flourish in the coming years. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/02/05/filling-the-gap-for-digital-talents">Read full story</a>
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Retailers must understand tech-driven shifts to better serve clients
Sat, 05 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
WITH the increase in digitally savvy consumers, retailers and brands will have to stay on top of trends to ensure that they continue to capture a market that is evolving due to the impact of the pandemic. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/02/05/retailers-must-understand-tech-driven-shifts-to-better-serve-clients">Read full story</a>
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Ultra-rich steered toward new ESG entrepreneurs
Sat, 05 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
HIGH net-worth clients at Barclays Plc are being steered toward sustainable investment products that tap into a new class of environmental, social and governance (ESG) –related entrepreneurs. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/02/05/ultra-rich-steered-toward-new-esg-entrepreneurs">Read full story</a>