The Edge Malaysia

20/01/2025

(1MDB Watch) SRC International Sdn Bhd’s lawsuit against Umno went on trial on Monday after both parties failed to reach an out-of-court settlement.

SRC International Sdn Bhd’s lawsuit against Umno went on trial on Monday after both parties failed to reach an out-of-court settlement.

20/01/2025

(Stock Focus) Bursa Malaysia Bhd (KL:BURSA) will likely report a 37%-39% net profit growth for 2024, even as earnings may decline in the final three months on a quarter-on-quarter basis, CIMB Securities said.

KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 20): Bursa Malaysia Bhd (KL:BURSA) will likely report a 37%-39% net profit growth for 2024, even as earnings may decline in the final three months on a quarter-on-quarter basis, CIMB Securities said.

20/01/2025

(Fund Flow) Local institutions remained net buyers for the 13th consecutive week on Bursa Malaysia, with net purchases of RM797.8 million, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd (MIDF). - Bernama

Local institutions remained net buyers for the 13th consecutive week on Bursa Malaysia, with net purchases of RM797.8 million, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd (MIDF).

20/01/2025

[Branded] As Malaysia assumes the chairmanship of Asean in 2025, the country aims to position itself as a digital economy leader in the region by championing inclusive growth, sustainable progress and meaningful digital transformation.

As Malaysia assumes the chairmanship of Asean in 2025, the country aims to position itself as a digital economy leader in the region by championing inclusive growth, sustainable progress and meaningful digital transformation.

20/01/2025

(Aviation) A consortium led by Khazanah Nasional Bhd is revising the terms for its takeover offer for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (KL:AIRPORT) to lower the acceptance conditions to at least 85%.

A consortium led by Khazanah Nasional Bhd is revising the terms for its takeover offer for Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (KL:AIRPORT) to lower the acceptance conditions to at least 85%.

20/01/2025

(Currency) Singapore’s currency weakness is likely to endure amid expectations that its central bank pivots to easing and US tariffs ripple through the global economy. - Bloomberg

Singapore’s currency weakness is likely to endure amid expectations that its central bank pivots to easing and US tariffs ripple through the global economy.

20/01/2025

(Highlight) Donald Trump told thousands of roaring supporters he would impose severe limits on immigration on his first day in office, vowing to swiftly fulfill the central promise of his presidential campaign on Sunday at a rally inside a packed Washington arena a day before he returns to power. - Reuters

Donald Trump told thousands of roaring supporters he would impose severe limits on immigration on his first day in office, vowing to swiftly fulfill the central promise of his presidential campaign on Sunday at a rally inside a packed Washington arena a day before he returns to power.

20/01/2025

(Tech) TikTok began restoring its services on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app's access in the US when he returns to power on Monday. - Reuters

TikTok began restoring its services on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive the app's access in the US when he returns to power on Monday.

20/01/2025

(Global Markets) The dollar was firm and Asia's stock markets were cautiously positive on Monday as investors waited for an expected flurry of policy announcements in the first hours of Donald Trump's second presidency and eyed a rate hike in Japan at the end of the week. - Reuters

The dollar was firm and Asia's stock markets were cautiously positive on Monday as investors waited for an expected flurry of policy announcements in the first hours of Donald Trump's second presidency and eyed a rate hike in Japan at the end of the week.

20/01/2025

[Branded] Ten years ago, Malaysia took a bold leap forward, a step driven by a vision to rebuild shattered lives and restore dreams once thought lost. It was here, on this soil of the extensive history lineages state of Malacca, that Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO (PRP) planted the seeds of a future filled with hope. Now, as we celebrate a decade of extraordinary transformation, PRP stands tall as a symbol of courage, resilience and the boundless spirit of the Malaysian people.

Ten years ago, Malaysia took a bold leap forward, a step driven by a vision to rebuild shattered lives and restore dreams once thought lost. It was here, on this soil of the extensive history lineages state of Malacca, that Pusat Rehabilitasi PERKESO (PRP) planted the seeds of a future filled with h...

20/01/2025

[Branded] In Malaysia, a vibrant tapestry of cultures interwoven with rapid technological advancement has given rise to a generation of digitally savvy consumers: Gen Z and Gen Alpha. These young Malaysians, born into a world of smartphones and social media, are not merely passive recipients of marketing messages.

In Malaysia, a vibrant tapestry of cultures interwoven with rapid technological advancement has given rise to a generation of digitally savvy consumers: Gen Z and Gen Alpha. These young Malaysians, born into a world of smartphones and social media, are not merely passive recipients of marketing mess...

20/01/2025

In 2025, Malaysia will lead ASEAN at a pivotal time for the region and global economy. With a focus on resilience, inclusivity, and innovation, Malaysia's leadership will spotlight initiatives to cement ASEAN's global significance.

20/01/2025

HLIB Research expects Ancom Nylex to witness gradual earnings recovery in the coming quarters

19/01/2025

The Supreme 6/58 jackpot from Sports Toto Bhd (KL:SPTOTO) hit an unprecedented RM121.732 million in Saturday’s (Jan 18) evening draw, marking the largest payout in Malaysia’s lottery history.

KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 19): The Supreme 6/58 jackpot from Sports Toto Bhd (KL:SPTOTO) hit an unprecedented RM121.732 million in Saturday’s (Jan 18) evening draw, marking the largest payout in Malaysia’s lottery history.

19/01/2025

CITY & COUNTRY: Owing to the increase in demand for commercial spaces at IJM Rimbayu in Kuala Langat, IJM Land Bhd is set to launch ROAM, a 5.56-acre commercial project offering four blocks of strata shops and offices, next month.

Owing to the increase in demand for commercial spaces at IJM Rimbayu in Kuala Langat, IJM Land Bhd is set to launch ROAM, a 5.56-acre commercial project offering four blocks of strata shops and offices, next month.

19/01/2025

OPTIONS: Titling your autobiography The Most Famous Woman in China immediately tells your audience being “shy” and “retiring” are not part of your lexicon — a fact for which Yue-Sai Kan is completely unapologetic. At 77, in good health and still looking like a million bucks, the Emmy-winning TV host, producer and entrepreneur is, to borrow the popular Gen Z phrase, living her best life.

Titling your autobiography The Most Famous Woman in China immediately tells your audience being “shy” and “retiring” are not part of your lexicon — a fact for which Yue-Sai Kan is completely unapologetic. At 77, in good health and still looking like a million bucks, the Emmy-winning TV hos...

18/01/2025

(Highlight) JF Technology Bhd (KL:JFTECH) co-founder and managing director Datuk Foong Wei Kuong, who became the second-largest shareholder of Cosmos Technology International Bhd (KL:COSMOS) on Wednesday, said he intends to tap into the growing opportunities within Malaysia's water infrastructure sector.

JF Technology Bhd (KL:JFTECH) co-founder and managing director Datuk Foong Wei Kuong, who became the second-largest shareholder of Cosmos Technology International Bhd (KL:COSMOS) on Wednesday, said he intends to tap into the growing opportunities within Malaysia's water infrastructure sector.

18/01/2025

(Economic Focus) Malaysia's economy is projected to grow at a moderate pace of 4.5% to 5.0% in 2025, benefiting from strong economic fundamentals and an uptick in foreign investments, Hong Leong Bank Bhd or HLB (KL:HLBANK) said. - Bernama

Malaysia's economy is projected to grow at a moderate pace of 4.5% to 5.0% in 2025, benefiting from strong economic fundamentals and an uptick in foreign investments, Hong Leong Bank Bhd or HLB (KL:HLBANK) said.