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Trump says he will introduce 25% tariffs on autos, pharmaceuticals and chips

Trump says he will introduce 25% tariffs on autos, pharmaceuticals and chips

Trump has long pointed to what he calls unfair treatment of US automotive exports in foreign markets.
Wed Feb 19 2025
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism

[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism

The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Crypto markets lose steam as Trump begins tentatively

Crypto markets lose steam as Trump begins tentatively

Cryptocurrencies notch small gains after US President Donald Trump commissioned a report on regulation and potential crypto reserves.
Fri Jan 24 2025
OPR: Navigating Malaysia's Economic Future

OPR: Navigating Malaysia's Economic Future

Join Dr. Rosnani Rasul, CEO of BIMB Securities Sdn Bhd, as she delves into the implications of Malaysia's 2025 Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) strategy. Gain insights into economic growth, sectoral impacts, and long-term strategies for sustainable development.
Wed Jan 15 2025
Consider This: Drug Policy Reform — How the War on Drugs Fuels Organised Crime

Consider This: Drug Policy Reform — How the War on Drugs Fuels Organised Crime

Neil Woods is a former undercover police officer who spent 14 years infiltrating some of the UK’s most dangerous criminal networks. His frontline experience with law enforcement showed him the unintended consequences of drug prohibition—consequences that not only shaped his perspective but have also made him a leading voice for global drug policy reform. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris explores how the war on drugs and prohibition policies have created lucrative black markets, which are often controlled by organised crime groups. Neil Woods is a board member of the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP) which is a group made up entirely of serving and former police and other law enforcement, advocating for evidence-based drug policy and criminal justice reforms.
Mon Jan 06 2025
What are cocoa futures, and how do they work?

What are cocoa futures, and how do they work?

Here are some facts on futures markets, including how they operate and the main players.
Sat Dec 28 2024
AWANI Review: CGS International: Carving a Niche in Financial Services

AWANI Review: CGS International: Carving a Niche in Financial Services

With its rebranding, CGS International is moving beyond traditional brokerage services. As Deputy CEO Khairi Shahrin explains, there’s no value in chasing bottom-feeding fees - CGS is diving into niche markets where others aren't looking. He discusses the company’s strategy for growth, leveraging its China connection, and key trends shaping 2025.
Sat Dec 21 2024
Asia's factories perk up on China recovery but Trump risks loom

Asia's factories perk up on China recovery but Trump risks loom

Many Chinese exporters are scrambling to get their goods to major markets ahead of tariffs from the US and European Union.
Mon Dec 02 2024
Rising equity market capitalisation further evidence of Malaysia's economic recovery - PM

Rising equity market capitalisation further evidence of Malaysia's economic recovery - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the ESG agenda is increasingly shaping the world economy and capital markets.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Markets lean on 'Trump trade' as former president leads

Markets lean on 'Trump trade' as former president leads

Global investors were increasingly pricing in a win late on Tuesday for Republican Donald Trump.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Ringgit rebounds, opens higher against weakening greenback

Ringgit rebounds, opens higher against weakening greenback

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit is likely to trade sideways as markets prepare for a busy week.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days

Brazil's Lula says head injury 'serious,' with update from doctors in coming days

The president's injury forced him to cancel a trip to Russia for a summit of the BRICS group of major emerging markets being held in Kazan.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Southeast Asia has emerged as a major hub for a multibillion-dollar industry that targets victims across the world with fraudulent schemes.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Taiwan girds for weakening Typhoon Krathon, shuts down for second day

Taiwan girds for weakening Typhoon Krathon, shuts down for second day

The island shut down for a second day with hundreds of flights grounded and financial markets closed.
Thu Oct 03 2024
How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere

Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere

Astronomers find three layers on a scorching gas planet orbiting a star larger and hotter than the sun.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Public flips car involved in road accident to rescue child

Public flips car involved in road accident to rescue child

According to JBPM, members of the public at the scene took initial action to rescue the victim before the fire brigade arrived.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Ramsay reveals hundreds of lucky cat statues stolen from new restaurant

Ramsay reveals hundreds of lucky cat statues stolen from new restaurant

Gordon Ramsay says about 477 Japanese cat models called maneki-neko were stolen from his Lucky Cat 22 Bishopsgate restaurant.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Zayn Rayyan case: Two child witnesses complete testimony today

Zayn Rayyan case: Two child witnesses complete testimony today

So far, 20 prosecution witnesses, including the two children, have been called for this trial, according to the Deputy Public Prosecutor.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Macron says he will tell Trump not to be weak with Putin in Washington visit

Macron says he will tell Trump not to be weak with Putin in Washington visit

Emmanuel Macron says showing any weakness to Russia's Vladimir Putin would make it harder to deal with China and Iran.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Israeli PM Netanyahu says Hamas will pay for not returning Shiri Bibas

Israeli PM Netanyahu says Hamas will pay for not returning Shiri Bibas

Netanyahu accuse Hamas of acting "in an unspeakably cynical manner" by placing body of a Gaza woman in the coffin instead of Shiri Bibas.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Trump pulls US out of key global climate assessment, sources say

Trump pulls US out of key global climate assessment, sources say

The US is a co-chair along with Malaysia of a working group on climate mitigation, or ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Fri Feb 21 2025
Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment, FT reports

Japan to court Tesla on Nissan investment, FT reports

The group hopes Tesla will invest strategically, believing it's interested in acquiring Nissan's US plants, the report says.
Fri Feb 21 2025
185 children linked to GISB handed over to families - Exco

185 children linked to GISB handed over to families - Exco

The children have been handed over to their families on bond with conditions by the court.
Fri Feb 21 2025
IRS fires 6,000 employees as Trump slashes US government

IRS fires 6,000 employees as Trump slashes US government

The move will eliminate roughly 6% of the agency's workforce in the midst of the busy tax-filing season.
Fri Feb 21 2025