Finance & Markets
Genting issues RM3 billion MTN to refinance takeover-related notes
Key Takeaways: Genting Vista issued an unrated RM3.0 billion Series 1 medium-term note under a RM5.0 billion programme.The proceeds will...
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KLIA T1 Streamlines Customs Checks to Speed Departures
Key Takeaways: KLIA T1 customs checks will be consolidated at departure gates from 1 January to reduce congestion and waiting...
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Fifth Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge Opens to Boost Trade and Tourism
Key Takeaways: The Fifth Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge opens, creating a permanent crossing between Bueng Kan (Thailand) and Bolikhamxay (Laos).The Fifth...
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Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar as Buying Interest Improves
Key Takeaways: Ringgit strengthens against US dollar on improved buying interest and market positioning.US Dollar Index eased to 97.96 as...
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Bursa Malaysia gains as KLCI closes at new high
Key Takeaways: Bursa Malaysia gains as late buying lifts the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI to a 2025 high, closing 0.21%...
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India Overtakes Japan and Sets Sights on Germany
Key Takeaways: India overtakes Japan in nominal GDP and is projected to surpass Germany by 2030.IMF and government data point...
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Pharmora takeover Apex Healthcare stake rises to 94.94%
Key Takeaways: Pharmora takeover Apex Healthcare advances as Pharmora Investment Holdings raises its holding to 94.94% (685.95 million shares).The unconditional...
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Kibing Solar Sabah Plant Expands Workforce and Production
Key Takeaways: Kibing Solar’s visit highlights expansion at the Kota Kinabalu Industrial Park and plans to grow production.The plant employs...
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Meta acquires Manus in $2.1bn deal to expand its AI offerings
Key Takeaways: Meta acquires Manus in a deal reported to exceed $2 billion, signalling increased investment in advanced AI.Manus developed...
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Madison HiveMinds to lead Stahl Kitchens digital strategy as online push intensifies
Key Takeaways: Madison HiveMinds has been appointed to manage Stahl Kitchens' integrated digital marketing across media planning, consumer journey optimisation,...
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