![Asia's factories squeezed as China's nascent recovery teeters Asia's factories squeezed as China's nascent recovery teeters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61698815307_TBaluminium.jpg)
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 Asia's factories struggle for momentum amid patchy recovery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/51454324626_SilkFactory.jpg)
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 Bursa rises after Wall Street closes sharply higher on hope of slowing pace of rate hikes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/81629132832_BURSAMALAYSIA.jpg)
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 [COLUMNIST] Sustainable structural reforms the way forward](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/71638342618_kualalumpur.jpg)
[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 Almost RM4 bln investments clinched by Terengganu over last two years - PMINT](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61658126773_AdnanWanDerahman.jpg)
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 Malaysia's PMI up in June, signalling improvement in manufacturing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/71591351798_PemasanganKereta.jpg)
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 Ringgit opens marginally higher against US dollar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81654176018_duitringgit.jpg)
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 PMI achieves female representation target: 40 pct of women in managerial positions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51635308656_PhilipMorrisIntern.jpg)
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 Malaysia among five ASEAN nations to have improved PMI in December 2021](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-06/81464862583_manufacturing.jpg)
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 PMI calls for science-based discourse on smoke-free alternatives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51635308656_PhilipMorrisIntern.jpg)
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 Global economy to recover in 2H, supported by vaccine rollout](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-01/71483544862_AffinHwangcapital.jpg)
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 Malaysia manufacturing PMI rises to 49.9 in March](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/71613556402_kilangkereta.jpg)
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 Major repair work on Masjid Kristal after 10 years - PMINT](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-12/51449046471_Masjidkristal.jpg)
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 UK economy suffers 'dramatic deterioration' from Brexit vote](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/71469199877_BatterseaBritain.jpg)
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 Chinese Stocks Climb With Copper on Factory Data](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-04/71397629422_295x200.jpg)
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
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739955532_GretaThunberg.jpg)
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025