Malaysian manufacturers urge Budget 2027 to cut SME taxes and invest billions in technology and innovation

Malaysian manufacturers urge Budget 2027 to cut SME taxes and invest billions in technology and innovation

Malaysian manufacturers are heading into Budget 2027 with a clear message to the government: make it easier and more affordable for businesses to grow, invest in technology and compete in an increasingly challenging global market. The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has submitted a wide-ranging list of proposals, with lower taxes for small and medium […]

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Malaysian manufacturers turn to Singapore and China as West Asia war disrupts supply chains

Malaysian manufacturers turn to Singapore and China as West Asia war disrupts supply chains

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector is continuing to feel the pressure of the ongoing West Asia war, with businesses facing higher costs, supply shortages and growing uncertainty over how long the disruption will last. New survey findings presented by the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) show just how widespread the impact has become. A striking 96 per […]

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Wall Street futures slide as Middle East strikes fuel fresh inflation and rate fears

Wall Street futures slide as Middle East strikes fuel fresh inflation and rate fears

Wall Street was heading for a cautious start on Monday as renewed military attacks between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher and revived concerns about inflation. The rise in energy prices comes at an uncomfortable time for investors. Markets are already preparing for a more uncertain interest-rate outlook, with traders increasingly concerned […]

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AI adoption powers china’s industrial profits as the economy enters a critical transition

AI adoption powers china’s industrial profits as the economy enters a critical transition

China’s industrial sector is getting a powerful boost from artificial intelligence, with growing demand for computing power, chips and other technology-related products helping businesses deliver strong profit growth during the first seven months of the year. According to data released by China’s National Bureau of Statistics, profits at major industrial enterprises reached 4.58 trillion yuan, […]

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Term insurance for diabetics: what changes in underwriting

Term insurance for diabetics: what changes in underwriting

A diabetes diagnosis can bring more questions than just how to manage blood sugar. For many people, one of the biggest concerns is whether they can still secure life insurance for themselves and their families. The good news is that having diabetes does not automatically mean you cannot buy term insurance. However, your application may […]

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