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CGS-CIMB Not Alarmed By Genetec’s Share Price Fall, Says Outlook Remains Resilient
CGS-CIMB is not too concern over Genetec Technology Bhd’s recent share price fall, which it believed could be due to growing concerns over moderating electric vehicle (EV) demand.
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BNM’s Reserves Climbs Nearly US$2 Billion To US$115.1 Billion In Jan
Bank Negara has released the first reserve status for 2024, with the international reserves climbing to USD115.1 billion as at 15 January 2024.
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Tune Protect Unveils Plans For Gen Z’s Starting From RM5
Tune Protect Life has launched the FLEXIOne a flexible insurance solution that caters to millennials and Gen Zs by offering users to tailor their coverage based on their needs and also provided a friendly virtual assistant to answer all those queries pertaining to buying an insurance plan.
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Sweet Success Journey: Sugar And I’s Rise From Home Kitchen To Thriving Dessert Empire
In a heartwarming tale of sibling entrepreneurship, Syed Muhammad Ilyas and his sister, Sharifah Nur Ilisa have turned their passion for baking into a flourishing dessert business, Sugar And I.
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Eco World Strengthening Foothold In Iskandar Puteri; Upgrade to BUY – Maybank IB
Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) is positive on Eco World Development Group Bhd’s (Eco World) latest land acquisition in Iskandar Puteri (IP) as it will help to replenish its depleting landbank in Johor.
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Elijah Woods Makes 1-Day Stop In Malaysia
The multi-platinum pop artist, singer-songwriter, producer, and recording engineer, elijah woods is bringing his ilu 24/7, 365 tour to Asia. The tour will kick off on May 13, 2024 in Singapore, followed by Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, Tokyo and Taipei.
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Is Malaysia, Thailand Losing Out In China Durian Boom?
China’s appetite for the love it or hate it king of fruits, Durian soared to a whole new level when the country imported 1.4 million tonnes of durian in 2023, up 69 percent from the previous year according to data from China’s General Administration of Customs.
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Banks: Constructive Setting But Earnings Lack Excitement, Says RHB
A favourable macroeconomic backdrop and ebbing headwinds on margins and asset quality suggest a more conducive setting for banking stocks performance this year. Yet, 2023’s normalisation of tax rate means RHB expects 2024F sector earnings growth to decelerate to 6% YoY vs 2023F of +11%, and trails their 2024F normalised earnings growth for the FBMKLCI and coverage basket of c.10% YoY.
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MATRADE’s 20th Consecutive Year At Arab Health 2024 Elevates Malaysia Presence Globally
Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is set to showcase the strength of Malaysian medical devices and healthcare services at the prestigious Arab Health 2024, scheduled to be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from January 29 to February 1, 2024.
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Claims Of Quantum Metal Activities Approved Or Licensed By BNM Is False
Bank Negara Malaysia has issued a statement on claims that Quantum Metal’s activities such as gold products are regulated and licensed by the central bank.
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