Ringgit seen rising to RM3.93 against greenback by mid-2026 as reforms bolster confidence
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian ringgit is expected to rise to RM3.93 against the US dollar by mid-2026, supported by solid domestic economic fundamentals, fiscal reforms, and a softer greenback, said MARC Ratings Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/ringgit-seen-rising-to-rm393-against-greenback-by-mid-2026-as-reforms-bolster-confidence)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian ringgit is expected to rise to RM3.93 against the US dollar by mid-2026, supported by solid domestic economic fundamentals, fiscal reforms, and a softer greenback, said MARC Ratings Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/ringgit-seen-rising-to-rm393-against-greenback-by-mid-2026-as-reforms-bolster-confidence)
Labubu keeps on striking the right chord
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APPLE CEO Tim Cook's unexpected appearance at Pop Mart's 10th anniversary showcase in China this week sparked both social media buzz and a stock rally. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/labubu-keeps-on-striking-the-right-chord)
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APPLE CEO Tim Cook's unexpected appearance at Pop Mart's 10th anniversary showcase in China this week sparked both social media buzz and a stock rally. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/labubu-keeps-on-striking-the-right-chord)
FBM KLCI edges higher amid mixed market sentiments
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI edged higher at midday, supported by broad gains amid lingering external uncertainties. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-edges-higher-amid-mixed-market-sentiments)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI edged higher at midday, supported by broad gains amid lingering external uncertainties. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-edges-higher-amid-mixed-market-sentiments)
RT Pastry eyes ACE Market listing for expansion
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PETALING JAYA: RT Pastry Holdings Bhd is eyeing a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/rt-pastry-eyes-ace-market-listing-for-expansion)
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PETALING JAYA: RT Pastry Holdings Bhd is eyeing a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/rt-pastry-eyes-ace-market-listing-for-expansion)
Coastal Contracts secures RM12.8mil liftboat charter deal
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PETALING JAYA: Coastal Contracts Bhd's subsidiary Elite Point Pte Ltd (EPPL) has secured a new liftboat charter contract worth RM12.8mil, following the expiry of the original contract. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/coastal-contracts-secures-rm128mil-liftboat-charter-deal)
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PETALING JAYA: Coastal Contracts Bhd's subsidiary Elite Point Pte Ltd (EPPL) has secured a new liftboat charter contract worth RM12.8mil, following the expiry of the original contract. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/coastal-contracts-secures-rm128mil-liftboat-charter-deal)
Crest Builder wins RM24mil serviced apartments job
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PETALING JAYA: Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has received two letters of awards from Quantum Quest Sdn Bhd for the development of service apartments in Kuala Lumpur, worth RM23.93mil. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/crest-builder-wins-rm24mil-serviced-apartments-job)
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PETALING JAYA: Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has received two letters of awards from Quantum Quest Sdn Bhd for the development of service apartments in Kuala Lumpur, worth RM23.93mil. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/crest-builder-wins-rm24mil-serviced-apartments-job)
FBM KLCI almost flat amidst regional market optimism
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI snapped its losing streak to end almost flat on Wednesday, supported by optimism across regional markets. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-almost-flat-amidst-regional-market-optimism)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI snapped its losing streak to end almost flat on Wednesday, supported by optimism across regional markets. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-almost-flat-amidst-regional-market-optimism)
MR D.I.Y. Thailand eyes RM730mil IPO to fund expansion plans
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PETALING JAYA: MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Co Ltd is set to raise as much as 5.63 billion baht, or approximately RM730mil, through an initial public offering (IPO) later this month as it accelerates expansion across Thailand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/mr-diy-thailand-eyes-rm730mil-ipo-to-fund-expansion-plans)
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PETALING JAYA: MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Co Ltd is set to raise as much as 5.63 billion baht, or approximately RM730mil, through an initial public offering (IPO) later this month as it accelerates expansion across Thailand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/mr-diy-thailand-eyes-rm730mil-ipo-to-fund-expansion-plans)
Budget 2026: Slight increase for Health Ministry's allocation not enough, says Dr Wee
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Budget 2026: Slight increase for Health Ministry's allocation not enough, says Dr Wee
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry's increased 2026 allocation of RM46.5bil from RM45.3bil, would not be enough to match the government's plan to increase public healthcare doctor salaries while hiring thousands more new ones, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong…
Senior citizen loses RM152,000 to Macau scam
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Senior citizen loses RM152,000 to Macau scam
KOTA TINGGI: A local senior citizen claimed she was cheated out of RM152,000 by a Macau scam syndicate in July this year.
Power supply in outage-affected areas of Klang Valley, Johor fully restored, says TNB
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Power supply in outage-affected areas of Klang Valley, Johor fully restored, says TNB
KUALA LUMPUR: The electricity supply following a supply disruption incident at the independent generator station, Edra Melaka Power Plant, was fully restored at 5.54pm Wednesday (Oct 15).
Nine nabbed for misappropriation of 133,000 tonnes of subsidised cooking oil
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Nine nabbed for misappropriation of 133,000 tonnes of subsidised cooking oil
KLANG: The Selangor Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry arrested nine individuals, including two foreigners, suspected of actively engaging in the misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil during a raid on a shop house in the Klang Utama Industrial…
Retiree loses RM490,000 to phone scam
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Retiree loses RM490,000 to phone scam
JOHOR BARU: A retired Malaysian teacher claimed to have lost her pension savings amounting to RM490,000 after being duped by a phone scam syndicate.
Kuala Langat storm: Resident recalls dark clouds swirling as strong winds hit
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Kuala Langat storm: Resident recalls dark clouds swirling as strong winds hit
KUALA LANGAT: "I saw dark clouds swirling in the sky," said a resident of Kampung Medan, Sijangkang, recalling the terrifying moments after a storm wreaked havoc in the area, damaging several buildings, including a hall.
Both Aerotrains in KLIA suffer service disruption
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Both Aerotrains in KLIA suffer service disruption
PETALING JAYA: Both Aerotrains at KLIA Terminal 1 experienced a temporary power trip, resulting in a service disruption at 8.30pm on Wednesday (Oct 15).
Mum goes viral for delivering food with kids in tow
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Mum goes viral for delivering food with kids in tow
FOOTAGE of a mother riding a motorcycle with her baby and two other children while working as a food delivery rider has gone viral on social media, Kosmo! reported.
Man leaves married girlfriend after five years
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Man leaves married girlfriend after five years
A MAN in Johor made a painful decision to leave his girlfriend of five years after she failed to keep her promise of leaving her husband, reported Sin Chew Daily.
46,130 fake, misleading online content taken down
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46,130 fake, misleading online content taken down
A total of 46,130 fake or misleading online content have been taken down as of Sept 30, according to the Communications Ministry.
Budget has misguided priorities, says Dr Wee
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Budget has misguided priorities, says Dr Wee
BUDGET 2026 contains misguided priorities where the financial burden was "transferred" to the people, says Ayer Hitam MP Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.