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Topmix Seeks To Raise RM25.6 Million From Ace Market IPO
Bursa sees strong listing uptake in first few months of 2024, with now Topmix Berhad launching its prospectus in conjunction with its upcoming initial public offering exercise on the ACE Market.
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Harry Potter: Visions Of Magic Exhibition Set To Enchant Visitors In Singapore
Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Harry Potter as a new attraction, “Harry Potter: Visions Of Magic,” prepares to make its Asia debut at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) later this year. Announced by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and NEON, the interactive art exhibition promises to captivate fans with its magical offerings.
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SAP Appoints Vipin Chandran As Managing Director
SAP SE (SAP) has announced the appointment of Vipin Chandran as the new Managing Director of SAP Malaysia. With over 25 years of extensive experience in business leadership, Chandran brings a wealth of expertise in building successful teams, nurturing partnerships, and driving effective cloud transformations for clients.
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Govt Raises The Sara Aid For Vulnerable Groups Five-Fold To RM700 Million
Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying told the Dewan Rakyat today (Mar 27) that in 2024, the Government has improved on the Sumbangan Asas Ramah (Sara) contribution initiative as targeted subsidy assistance for the most affected people facing the issue of rising costs of living.
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MOF Forecasts RM312.159B Revenue Surge In 2024: Tax Revenue Dominates At 79.5%
Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying today said the Federal Government’s revenue for 2024 is anticipated to soar to RM312.159 billion, buoyed by enhanced tax revenue collection and improved economic growth as stipulated in Budget 2024.
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65.6% Of Malaysian Graduates Earn Less Than RM2k, Chin Tong Urges Labour Market Reforms
According to the Graduate Tracking Study Report published by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) in 2023, Malaysia witnessed a substantial number of graduates in fields like Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction, along with the Services sector.
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DOSM: Malaysia’s Producer Price Index Increases 0.3% In Feb 2024 From Negative 0.6% From Pervious Month
The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) cited today (Mar 27) that the Agriculture, forestry & fishing sector inclined 6.0 per cent (January 2024: 3.2%), contributed by Growing of perennial crops (8.1%), Fishing (7.5%) and Animal production (4.3%) indices.
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Sunway University Hosts Empowering Women Entrep Panel With Canadian Minister
Sunway University recently played host to a dynamic panel discussion centered on women entrepreneurs, featuring esteemed guests including the Honourable Mary Ng, Canadian Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, and Economic Development. The event, aimed at celebrating local role models and addressing the challenges faced by women in business, garnered significant attention.
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Deaths Linked To Japan Health Supplement, S’pore Recalls Sake With Ingredient
Two deaths were linked on Wednesday (Mar 27) to a growing health scare in Japan around dietary supplements meant to lower cholesterol, with more than 100 people reportedly hospitalised.
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Fadillah: SolaRIS Introduces Incentives To Encourage Malaysians Adopt Residential Solar PV Installation
Solar PV (photovoltaic) system installation at residential premises by domestic users is a ‘quick win’ to allow for renewable energy generation (REG).
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, in a statement today (Mar 27), said considering its large potential, the installation of solar PV systems on residential premises is desirable to support the Government’s efforts to increase capacity in the electricity grid of to 70% by year 2050 and reduce carbon emissions by the electricity sector.
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