Bursa Malaysia closes in the red, nearly 1,000 counters decline
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KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia closed deeper into the red on Friday, with almost 1,000 counters declining, tracking losses in key Asian markets despite upbeat local economic data. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/bursa-malaysia-closes-in-the-red-nearly-1000-counters-decline)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia closed deeper into the red on Friday, with almost 1,000 counters declining, tracking losses in key Asian markets despite upbeat local economic data. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/bursa-malaysia-closes-in-the-red-nearly-1000-counters-decline)
Berjaya Corp proposes bonus issue of up to 2.2 billion free warrants
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KUALA LUMPUR: Berjaya Corporation Bhd (BCorp) has proposed a bonus issue of up to 2.2 billion free warrants to its shareholders. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/berjaya-corp-proposes-bonus-issue-of-up-to-22-billion-free-warrants)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Berjaya Corporation Bhd (BCorp) has proposed a bonus issue of up to 2.2 billion free warrants to its shareholders. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/berjaya-corp-proposes-bonus-issue-of-up-to-22-billion-free-warrants)
Four ex-bank officers charged with graft over personal loan applications
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Four ex-bank officers charged with graft over personal loan applications
KUALA LUMPUR: Four former bank officers pleaded not guilty in two Sessions Courts here on Friday (Oct 17) to charges of accepting bribes totalling RM177,769.39 related to personal loan applications from customers.
Full investigation underway into UM student's fall from campus hostel, says Zambry
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Full investigation underway into UM student's fall from campus hostel, says Zambry
KUALA LUMPUR: A full investigation into the case of a Universiti Malaya (UM) student who died after falling from a residential college building on Friday (Oct 17) is being conducted by the authorities, says Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir.
LTMS project a key success in Asean energy cooperation, says Fadillah
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LTMS project a key success in Asean energy cooperation, says Fadillah
KUALA LUMPUR: The 43rd Asean Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) highlighted Asean's ongoing progress towards building a connected energy future, with the Laos-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore (LTMS) Power Integration Project being recognised as a key success story.
More police patrols, digital safety campaigns as govt brainstorms how to protect kids from social media's ills
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More police patrols, digital safety campaigns as govt brainstorms how to protect kids from social media's ills
PETALING JAYA: Police will step up patrols and digital safety awareness campaigns as the government considers policies to protect underage users from misusing social media and digital devices.
14-year-old killed, three other teens injured in Kota Tinggi motorcycle accident
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14-year-old killed, three other teens injured in Kota Tinggi motorcycle accident
KOTA TINGGI: A 14-year-old student was killed on Friday (Oct 17) while three others were injured in a motorcycle accident after completing their Friday prayers.
Marine & General sees stable outlook despite oil market challenges
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KUALA LUMPUR: Marine & General Bhd (M&G) said it expects a steady performance ahead, supported by sustained demand in its downstream operations and ongoing contracts in its upstream segment. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/marine--general-sees-stable-outlook-despite-oil-market-challenges)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Marine & General Bhd (M&G) said it expects a steady performance ahead, supported by sustained demand in its downstream operations and ongoing contracts in its upstream segment. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/marine--general-sees-stable-outlook-despite-oil-market-challenges)
Malaysia on track to turn energy transition into Asean economic advantage
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KUALA LUMPUR: As the energy transition becomes a competitive necessity across the ASEAN region, Malaysia already has clear policies in place to turn it into an economic advantage with the focus now shifting towards execution, said UEM Lestra Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/malaysia-on-track-to-turn-energy-transition-into-asean-economic-advantage)
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KUALA LUMPUR: As the energy transition becomes a competitive necessity across the ASEAN region, Malaysia already has clear policies in place to turn it into an economic advantage with the focus now shifting towards execution, said UEM Lestra Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/malaysia-on-track-to-turn-energy-transition-into-asean-economic-advantage)
Ringgit closes higher as US banking worries weigh on greenback
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit ended the week marginally higher against the American dollar on Friday as worries over US banks weighed on the greenback amid US-China trade tensions. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/ringgit-closes-higher-as-us-banking-worries-weigh-on-greenback)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit ended the week marginally higher against the American dollar on Friday as worries over US banks weighed on the greenback amid US-China trade tensions. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/ringgit-closes-higher-as-us-banking-worries-weigh-on-greenback)
Eco World to buy RM82mil Semenyih land from Boustead Properties
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PETALING JAYA: Eco World Development Group Bhd is proposing to buy 22.734 acres of freehold commercial land in Semenyih, Selangor for RM82.19mil from Boustead Properties Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/eco-world-to-buy-rm82mil-semenyih-land-from-boustead-properties)
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PETALING JAYA: Eco World Development Group Bhd is proposing to buy 22.734 acres of freehold commercial land in Semenyih, Selangor for RM82.19mil from Boustead Properties Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/eco-world-to-buy-rm82mil-semenyih-land-from-boustead-properties)
PTT Synergy secures RM106.1mil construction contracts from Sime Darby Property, Prolintas
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/ptt-synergy-secures-rm1061mil-construction-contracts-from-sime-darby-property-prolintas
KUALA LUMPUR: PTT Synergy Group Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Pembinaan Tetap Teguh Sdn Bhd (PTTSB), has secured a combined RM106.1mil worth of construction contracts from Sime Darby Property (Lagong) Sdn Bhd and Prolintas Expressway Sdn Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/ptt-synergy-secures-rm1061mil-construction-contracts-from-sime-darby-property-prolintas)
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KUALA LUMPUR: PTT Synergy Group Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Pembinaan Tetap Teguh Sdn Bhd (PTTSB), has secured a combined RM106.1mil worth of construction contracts from Sime Darby Property (Lagong) Sdn Bhd and Prolintas Expressway Sdn Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/17/ptt-synergy-secures-rm1061mil-construction-contracts-from-sime-darby-property-prolintas)
Selangor has managed to eradicate hardcore poverty, says MB
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Selangor has managed to eradicate hardcore poverty, says MB
KLANG: The Selangor state government has successfully eradicated hardcore poverty through proactive measures by immediately identifying those affected, says Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.
Applications for Dharma Madani open Oct 18
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Applications for Dharma Madani open Oct 18
KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for the 2025 Dharma Madani Programme can be made from Saturday (Oct 18) until Nov 3, the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (MITRA) announced in a statement Friday (Oct 17).
Fiscal space needs a boost
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Following the presentation of Budget 2026, we are now more aware of the government's finances in terms of debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio as well as the ever-rising debt service charges (DSC). Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/fiscal-space-needs-a-boost)
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Following the presentation of Budget 2026, we are now more aware of the government's finances in terms of debt-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio as well as the ever-rising debt service charges (DSC). Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/fiscal-space-needs-a-boost)
While Washington delays, Putrajaya leads
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The United States has just thrown another wrench into global climate efforts by taking a firm stand against carbon taxes – and, more provocatively, urging other nations to do the same. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/18/while-washington-delays-putrajaya-leads)
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The United States has just thrown another wrench into global climate efforts by taking a firm stand against carbon taxes – and, more provocatively, urging other nations to do the same. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/18/while-washington-delays-putrajaya-leads)
Takeover rules in the spotlight, again
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Bali, island of money gods?
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Bali, the island of the gods, has incredible beaches, the Unesco-recognised Jatiluwih rice terraces, temples, and a host of cultural events in places like Ubud. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/bali-island-of-money-gods)
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Bali, the island of the gods, has incredible beaches, the Unesco-recognised Jatiluwih rice terraces, temples, and a host of cultural events in places like Ubud. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/bali-island-of-money-gods)
7 US clean energy stocks to watch
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After years-long beat-downs, several US-listed clean energy stocks are on a tear and are handily outperforming most established energy majors despite US president Donald Trump's policy push away from clean energy since retaking office. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/7-us-clean-energy-stocks-to-watch)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/7-us-clean-energy-stocks-to-watch
After years-long beat-downs, several US-listed clean energy stocks are on a tear and are handily outperforming most established energy majors despite US president Donald Trump's policy push away from clean energy since retaking office. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/insight/2025/10/18/7-us-clean-energy-stocks-to-watch)
Wall St Week Ahead: Tesla, Netflix earnings in focus
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Earnings reports next week, including from Tesla and Netflix, will provide a deeper look at US corporate profits while delayed US inflation data will mark another test of the stock market, which has become shakier even as it remains around record highs. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/2025/10/18/wall-st-week-ahead-tesla-netflix-earnings-in-focus)
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Earnings reports next week, including from Tesla and Netflix, will provide a deeper look at US corporate profits while delayed US inflation data will mark another test of the stock market, which has become shakier even as it remains around record highs. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/2025/10/18/wall-st-week-ahead-tesla-netflix-earnings-in-focus)