Companies with 1/3 women representation correlate with 38 pct higher median ROE : ICDM
A larger representation of women seems to suggest more inclusive boards.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Post-COVID recovery for Islamic finance on back of digitalisation, fintech - Expert
Islamic finance is set for a turnaround post-COVID-19, spurred by several factors including digitalisation, said an industry expert.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Companies should mirror govt's efforts in prioritising people's well-being - ICDM
Companies should incorporate a greater focus on e-commerce and people policies which focus on the well-being of human capital assets.
Sat Nov 07 2020
Five key areas that boards need to focus on to be future-ready and resilient
What can boards do to stay ahead? President and CEO of the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) Michele Kythe Lim outlines five key areas.
Sat Aug 24 2019
The case for sustainability as a strategy
Companies that continue to view sustainability as a buzzword are doing a grave disservice to the company, says Michele Kythe Lim, CEO and President Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM).
Thu Aug 22 2019
21st century boards better diversity, better boards, better profitability
Boards have to broaden their perspective and composition or face greater scrutiny from regulators and shareholders, but equally vocal groups comprising consumers, media and the public
Tue May 14 2019
Mind-shift, key to rebuilding trust
How to rebuild trust in corporate year after a scandal-plagued year? By encouraging more accountable business conduct by effecting the tone from the top, from the level of boards.
Fri Apr 12 2019
Murray Eldridge: Kicking Short-Term Profits To Touch, Long-Term Growth To Heart
Author and business consultant Murray Eldridge says leaders need to kick their short-term habits in favour of the long view to allow for sustainability in the roughest times.
Mon Dec 24 2018
ICDM CEO Michele Lim: Give A Thought To A Melting Pot Board
Michele Kythe Lim, President and CEO of the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) tells AWANI Reviews Cynthia Ng how the professional institution aims to help companies do so.
Tue Nov 20 2018
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024