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Women are increasingly making their way into the global billionaires' club
269 self-made women have managed to make their way into the global billionaires' club, after building their own business empires.
Sat Apr 02 2022
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India's Chettinad mansions a testament to past glory
The tycoons of Chettinad made their fortunes trading precious gems and spices across business empires as far as Malaysia and Singapore.
Sun Feb 06 2022
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Funeral send-off held for late Samsung chairman Lee Kun-hee
His passing raised expectations for stake sales and a potential restructuring of the sprawling business empire.
Wed Oct 28 2020
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Vida launches book on secrets for business success
Hasmiza says the book contained valuable guides and advice for those who wanted to start a business as it chronicled her journey in building her multimillion ringgit business empire.
Sat Sep 09 2017
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Vivy Yusof on building a fashion empire
From just a modest startup established six years ago, Fashion Valet has grown into an empire with physical stores in two countries.
Fri Dec 16 2016
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An ice cream franchise that promises good returns
The former naval lieutenant is now building his ice cream business empire under the 'Best Ice Cream' brand opening up lucrative opportunities for the young Bumiputeras keen in business.
Mon Feb 10 2014