Asia's factories squeezed as China's nascent recovery teeters
S.Korea's factory activity fell for 16th straight month while PMIs from Taiwan, Vietnam and Malaysia shows continued declines in activity.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Asia's factories struggle for momentum amid patchy recovery
Vietnam, Malaysia and Taiwan also saw factory activity shrink in May, while that of the Philippines expanded, the surveys showed.
Thu Jun 01 2023
Bursa rises after Wall Street closes sharply higher on hope of slowing pace of rate hikes
On the broader market, gainers outpaced losers 253 to 134, while 249 counters were unchanged, 1,716 untraded, and 12 others suspended.
Tue Oct 25 2022
[COLUMNIST] Sustainable structural reforms the way forward
For Malaysia to be more resilient in dealing with any economic shocks, we have to be serious about structural reforms.
Mon Aug 08 2022
Almost RM4 bln investments clinched by Terengganu over last two years - PMINT
PMINT has attracted investments of nearly RM4 billion in the manufacturing, services and industrial sectors from July 2020 to June 2022. "At
Mon Jul 18 2022
Malaysia's PMI up in June, signalling improvement in manufacturing
Companies are reporting sluggish export sales and growing concerns over the rising cost of living, Chris Williamson said.
Fri Jul 01 2022
Ringgit opens marginally higher against US dollar
The ringgit would remain in a tight range as market participants would also be weighing the possible outcome of the meeting.
Mon Jun 27 2022
PMI achieves female representation target: 40 pct of women in managerial positions
There are 46 pct female leaders in the workforce and an almost equal representation of both genders in the management team.
Tue May 31 2022
Malaysia among five ASEAN nations to have improved PMI in December 2021
IHS Markit yesterday said Malaysia's manufacturing PMI rose to 52.8 in December 2021 from 52.3 in November.
Tue Jan 04 2022
PMI calls for science-based discourse on smoke-free alternatives
New international survey reveals misinformation is leading to confusion about smoke-free products.
Wed Oct 27 2021
Global economy to recover in 2H, supported by vaccine rollout
Economic recovery for the second half of this year is likely to firm across developed markets as indicated by the markit flash Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) for April 2021, says an analyst.
Sat Jun 19 2021
Malaysia manufacturing PMI rises to 49.9 in March
Chief business economist Chris Williamson said the Malaysian manufacturing sector took further welcome steps on the road to recovery.
Thu Apr 01 2021
Major repair work on Masjid Kristal after 10 years - PMINT
The major repair work at the mosque worth RM900,000 was expected to be completed by the end of this year.
Sun Oct 08 2017
UK economy suffers 'dramatic deterioration' from Brexit vote
Private sector business activity, as measured by research group Markit's Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), sank in July to 47.7 points.
Fri Jul 22 2016
Chinese Stocks Climb With Copper on Factory Data
The euro slid on concern about the impasse between Greece and its creditors, while oil and crops fell.
Mon Jun 01 2015
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024