BNM approves UOB's acquisition of Citi's consumer banking business
The transaction is expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2022.
Wed Sep 14 2022
E-commerce, brick-and-mortar continues to co-exist for economic vigour
E-commerce's contribution to Gross Domestic product (GDP) grew from RM89 billion in 2015 to RM127 billion or 8.4 per cent of GDP in 2019.
Thu Dec 03 2020
CGS-CIMB, Malacca Securities, RHB Investment, big winners at Bursa Award
Bursa Malaysia honours top performing brokers and market intermediaries. Big wins for CGS-CIMB, RHB Investment Bank, Malacca Securities
Thu Jul 30 2020
Astro Malaysia upgraded by several research houses
Following the release of Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhads (Astro) third quarter results, a few research houses have upgraded the stock of Malaysia's only satellite broadcasted
Thu Dec 06 2018
Serba Dinamik's share price expected to hit RM4.00
In a report published Monday, the research house put a target price of RM4.00 on Serbas shares.
Mon Nov 27 2017
Second quarter GDP slumps Asian economies
The first quarter GDP was revised down to 2.5 percent from 2.7 percent for the year.
Fri Jul 14 2017
Bank Negara's liberalisation actions stabilises the ringgit - UOB
UOB argues that Bank Negara Malaysias (BNM) actions on liberalisation of the bond and forex hedging requirements that took effect in May this year made the ringgit sentiment stronger.
Tue Jun 27 2017
Singapore's central bank ends 1MDB review, penalizes Credit Suisse, UOB
Singapore's central bank said it has imposed financial penalties on Credit Suisse and United Overseas Bank after completing its two-year review of banks involved in 1MDB-related transactions.
Tue May 30 2017
China's Xi Jinping may visit Malaysia, says UOB Kay Hian
Xis possible visit to Kuala Lumpur could cement the ties between the two nations even further.
Mon May 15 2017
3 M'sians face more severe punishment for parcel scam
The news portal said Hiu Sheng Fatt, Ooi Lun Xiang and Tee Jia Yong came to Singapore on July 14 this year to withdraw S$143,800 (S$1=RM2.99) - spoils of the scam - from Hui's UOB bank account.
Thu Jul 28 2016
Singapore bank suspends loans for London properties after Brexit
UOB said it was monitoring the market closely to determine when the loans would resume.
Thu Jun 30 2016
UOB Malaysia expects ringgit to appreciate to 4.10 against dollar this year
United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd (UOB Malaysia) is optimistic the ringgit will appreciate against the US dollar this year to the 4.10 level.
Mon Feb 22 2016
UOB Bank plans to improve services for small businesses
United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is planning to improve services and strengthen support for small business customers.
Mon Nov 05 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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