[COLUMNIST] The high cost of living: Dilemma of fresh grads
Rising cost of living has outpaced entry-level salaries, placing financial strain on fresh graduates, leaving many without emergency funds.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Actress Sharon Stone lost millions in savings after 2001 stroke
Sharon Stone said people financially "took advantage" of her while she was recovering from a near-fatal stroke.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in US probe of fatal 737 MAX crashes
The settlement drew swift criticism from victims' families who wanted Boeing to face a trial and suffer harsher financial consequences.
Mon Jul 08 2024
ANALYSIS - UK election brings few hopes or fears to cautious City of London
The UK financial sector is warming to Labour's pro-business overtures and pledges to provide stability and support.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World
A recent report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI), ‘The Financialisation of Our Lives: Values and Trade-offs,’ helps to shed light on how financial systems, which were initially designed to fuel economic growth, are now fuelling household debt. With the proliferation of financial schemes like Buy Now Pay Later, how do modern financial practices affect our daily lives and long-term financial health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Shereen Hazirah Hishamudin Senior Research Associate at KRI.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today
After the session, Dewan Rakyat will continue with debate on Annual Reports and Financial Statements of Suhakam for the Years 2021 and 2022.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Consider This: Federalism - When States Want More
Recently Johor and Penang have made headlines with their push for a larger share of the taxes they collect. Johor, at the urging of regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, is seeking 20 to 30 percent of its collected taxes, while Penang is seeking 20 percent. These demands are raising important questions about decentralisation and financial autonomy. Additionally, Sabah and Sarawak’s unique position under the MA63 adds to the complexity of these discussions. How should Malaysia navigate the demands for greater funds? On the episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to economist Professor Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, and Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Astro's 1Q net profit up 14.1 pct to RM17 mln
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's net profit rose to RM17 million in the first quarter ended April 30, 2024 (1Q) from RM15.89 million in the same period a year ago.
Wed Jun 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security
To increase agricultural productivity, a combination of financial, logistical, and technological supportsisneeded.
Thu Jun 20 2024
The Future Is Female: Reframe Retirement
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Clare Davenport, Founder of Designing4Better, about reframing our view of retirement and why it’s important to also consider the non-financial aspects of retirement planning. Clare Davenport was one of the speakers at the International Social Well Being Conference 2024 #ISWC2024 organised by EPF.
Sun Jun 16 2024
Over 30,000 applicants will receive first BUDI MADANI cash assistance on June 10 - MoF
MoF says, farmers, small-scale commodity growers have been approved for the financial aid, with first RM200 disbursement set for June 10.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Semikonduktor: Kenapa ia menguntungkan Malaysia?
Financial Times yang berpangkalan di United Kingdom melaporkan berpuluh-puluh syarikat telah menubuhkan operasi di Malaysia.
Tue May 28 2024
Malaysians lead the world in mobile wallet usage - Survey
63 pct of Malaysians utilising mobile wallets for transactions, said global financial technology platform Adyen.
Tue May 28 2024
AGI tidak boleh dicapai jika hanya guna LLM - Meta
Dalam temu bual bersama Financial Times, LeCun berkata LLM hanya sekadar mempunyai kepintaran setanding seekor kucing.
Thu May 23 2024
Gig workers commission: Take into account legal aspects, financial implications first - KESUMA
An interim report will be presented to the Cabinet in June and the final report will be presented in August, said KESUMA.
Tue May 21 2024