When Malaya gained its independence in 1957 and later expanded to form Malaysia with Sabah and Sarawak in 1963, it gave citizens the freedom to shape their own future. This trajectory has driven immense economic and social growth, leading many to measure success through material possessions like ...

Big living in small spaces

Managing financial and operational conflicts

Major urban high-rise developers appear to have taken a new approach to their projects in recent years. Companies such as EXSIM Group, Mah Sing Group Bhd (KL:MAHSING), ParkCity Group, SkyWorld Development Bhd (KL:SKYWLD) and UEM Sunrise Bhd (KL:UEMS) believe that a community isn’t built on an abu...

Cover Story: Creating common spaces to tackle vertical isolation

Masteron Sdn Bhd’s KR7 Residences Tower A in Taman Mas Puchong and Astra Residence in Taman Puchong Prima have achieved a take-up rate of 90%.

KR7 Residences Tower A, launched in December 2021, is one of two towers on a 3.12-acre development. The towers have a combined gross development...

Masteron’s KR7 Residences Tower A and Astra Residence achieve 90% take-up

In City & Country's Sept 21 cover story, CPI Land Sdn Bhd is rolling out its second launch of the year — a 50-acre landed residential development located in Selayang, Selangor.

Completing Taman Selayang Mulia

Jalan PJS 11/9 in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, Selangor has always bustled with activity, drawing visitors from the nearby offices and universities.

One of its more popular spots is the famous Restoran Garlic Roasted Chicken Rice. On a typical weekday, long queues outside the restaurant ar...

Streetscapes: Jalan PJS 11/9 enjoys strong demand and capital appreciation

Living sector properties are gaining popularity in the region, according to the Knight Frank Asia-Pacific Horizon report “From Niche to Core: Why Asia-Pacific Living Sectors are Entering the Mainstream” released in July.

These properties, according to Knight Frank, refer to a diverse re...

Malaysia’s living sector assets maturing

Buyers of residential property have become increasingly selective, making product design, price point and location critical to the success of a new launch, according to Savills Malaysia director of research and consultancy Fong Kean Hwa when presenting The Edge Malaysia | Savills Klang V...

The Edge Malaysia | Savills Klang Valley Residential Property Monitor 2Q2026: Klang Valley’s housing demand holds firm across key segments

AmFIRST Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) (KL:AMFIRST) has been under the radar over the past decade. Its unit price has stagnated, dividends have thinned and no new acquisitions have been made.

“We have been a little bit quiet,” says AmFIRST REIT CEO Chong Hong Chuon in an exclusive ...

Cover Story: AmFIRST REIT in process of repositioning portfolio

Stepping into Capital Cafe in Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (TAR) feels like travelling back to the 1950s. Outside, modern Kuala Lumpur rushes forward, but inside, time simply pauses. Every detail is a reminder of the past — the old hand-painted menu on the wall; vintage photos of Jalan Tuanku Abdul ...

The beating heart of muhibah in Jalan TAR

Global networking devices and accessories provider TP-Link Distribution Malaysia Sdn Bhd has launched WiFi 8, a new technology designed to strengthen coverage, manage congestion and reduce interference.

TP-Link launches new WiFi technology to strengthen connectivity, manage congestion

Every important decision we make is, in one way or another, a decision about the future. Parents save for their children’s education in the hope of creating better opportunities. Young professionals choose careers based on where they believe industries are heading. Businesses invest in new produc...

Ideas: Thinking beyond tomorrow

Malaysia is strengthening its cybersecurity foundations as businesses, public services and critical infrastructure become more digitally connected. The Cyber Security Act 2024 has reinforced the importance of stronger governance and accountability, while the adoption of cloud services, automation...

Security: Building the workforce behind Malaysia’s cyber resilience

Last week, I learnt about something called a “dopamine site”, which is basically a website that lets you shop without spending any actual money.

One of them, Dopamine Shop (dopamine-shop.com), looks like any other online marketplace, with a search bar, shopping cart, deals, mystery boxe...

Geekspeak: The thrill (and disappointment) of shopping for nothing

Affluent and high-net-worth (HNW) investors in Malaysia are adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools for finance and investment, but they still rely heavily on the critical oversight that comes from human professional judgement. This is why more than half, or 58%, still want human-AI synergy when making financial decisions.

Human-AI hybrid preferred in financial decision-making

Just a year ago, most manufacturers experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI) were still in the pilot stage, testing the technology in controlled environments to better understand its potential. That phase is now largely over, says Samson Khaou, executive vice-president for Asia-Pacific at ...

Industry: AI adoption among manufacturers enters a more mature phase

CelcomDigi Bhd (KL:CDB) is expanding beyond mobile connectivity into enterprise technology solutions as slowing growth in the telecommunications market pushes operators to seek new revenue streams.

Kugan Thirunavakarasu, chief enterprise business officer at CelcomDigi, says connectivity...

Connectivity: CelcomDigi looks beyond connectivity for growth

Malaysia’s bid to capture 7% of the global advanced packaging market by 2035 is beginning with five local companies developing an advanced packaging prototype built around an HBM4-capable chip for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing applications — in a collective attempt t...

Cover Story: What it takes for Malaysia to gain a foothold in advanced packaging

The Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology and Innovation (MRANTI) is testing a framework to align research and commercialisation efforts with national priorities.

CEO Ashran Ghazi, who stepped into the role in December 2025, says the approach is intended to prevent research and ...

Interview: MRANTI uses national priorities to guide park and commercialisation plans

Healthcare professionals often find themselves burdened with paperwork, taking time away from direct patient care.

A 2025 study, “Job satisfaction among public health and primary care physicians: A systematic review”, by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia’s Faculty of Medicine, found that n...

Expansion: Reducing administrative burden in healthcare

PERAK (Sept 24): About 100 residents of Kampung Sat, an Orang Asli village in Sungkai, now have a reliable source of electricity for home lighting and mobile charging after 10 portable battery energy storage systems (BESS) were deployed to households on Sept 3.

Solar batteries bring power to Orang Asli village in Perak

KUALA LUMPUR (Sept 24): The Malaysian Constitution, shaped by the realities of 1957 and 1963, needs to be revisited if the government is to take greater responsibility for climate action today, said former natural resources and environmental sustainability minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.

Constitution must reflect today’s climate demands, says Nik Nazmi

The 30% Club has done something important: it put a number on the table. But I want to challenge the number itself. If women are competent, the right target is not 30%. It is 100%. Boardrooms are not Spartan battlegrounds where gender earns entry. They are environments that reward critical thinki...

Views: The case for moving beyond the 30% Club target

Climate scientists have rung the alarm bells: El Niño is underway, with a "super" El Niño developing in the coming months, bringing intensified drought, heatwaves and heavy rainfall. We’re already seeing the effects of it across the world. In Spain, Italy and France, sweltering summer temper...

Views: El Niño: Who is to blame?

Cutting carbon is particularly difficult for a chemical company because many of its products rely on fossil-based raw materials while lower-carbon alternatives often cost far more than buyers are prepared to pay.

That leaves companies with a few broad options, such as investing in activ...

Industry: Petrochemical companies decarbonisation journey still challenging

Plastic bags and straws labelled as biodegradable, compostable, or environmentally friendly are now a common sight in the market. Unfortunately, the reality is that not all of these claims are entirely true and that the use of these materials may end up causing more harm to the environment than t...

Cover Story: Are biodegradable and compostable plastic the greenest solution?

There are only four years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) by 2030, but it is unlikely that all the 17 SDGs will be fulfilled by the deadline. According to the latest report, only 16% of the SDGs are on a positive pathway, and the rest are significantly off track.

Policy: What’s next after the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals?

The likelihood of El Niño developing now exceeds 90%, bringing expectations of a prolonged period of hotter and potentially drier conditions in Malaysia in early 2027. Climate change could further intensify the heat and other weather extremes.

The Super El Niño

Michelle Tee started her working life in the textile manufacturing industry by joining her father’s business in Johor, which specialised in manufacturing uniforms for companies. For the first eight years, Tee was happy whenever she saw batches of uniforms being sent to clients. That meant good sa...

Waste: Tackling the problem of used uniforms

MGB Bhd (KL:MGB) has won Best Performing Company by Sector for construction at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2026, a recognition that comes as the group lifts its ESG rating and maintains a clean workplace safety record across a widening set of operations.

MGB records zero fatalities and work-related injuries across eight million man-hours worked

The Edge Billion Ringgit Club 2026

The Edge ESG Awards 2026

The Edge Centurion Club Corporate Awards 2026

The Edge Best Managed & Sustainable Property Awards 2026

The Edge Property Excellence Awards 2026

The Edge Billion Ringgit Club 2025

PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says that Malaysia and China have agreed on the ECRL extension. This and more in our quick round-up of today’s biggest stories on theedgemalaysia.com

E5: Malaysia, China agree on ECRL extension - Anwar

After a vigorous race to become number one in the AI ecosystem, the artificial intelligent giants are now pushing for restraint. But why now?

Tong’s Portfolio: First Win the AI Race. Then Stop the Race?

Corporate Malaysia is already stepping up to the starting blocks. We're proud to welcome DCD Technology as the Bronze Sponsor of Bursa Bull Charge × The Edge KL Rat Race 2026. More organisations are invited to join this collective effort to champion PWD inclusion, education, and financial literacy. Sign up as a sponsor or register your team of runners today at www.bullchargeratrace.com.

DCD Technology joins as bronze sponsor

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Thursday

HE Group, Eco World, MNRB, Zetrix AI, UUE, IOI Properties, IHH Healthcare, MyNews, Superlon, Infomina, Ajinomoto Malaysia, Inta Bina

The sacking of the Negeri Sembilan executive council has been published in the state government gazette, formalising the state ruler's Monday announcement even as the 10-member body and the menteri besar insist removing them is unconstitutional.

Sacking of Negeri Sembilan exco gazetted

US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance, with both leaders keen to showcase stable ties despite a host of thorny issues such as AI, trade, Taiwan and the war with Iran.

Trump-Xi summit in Washington begins with great fanfare but low expectations

Wall Street's main indices dropped on Thursday as uncertainty over prospects for a resolution to the Middle East conflict lifted oil prices and Treasury yields, keeping risk appetite in check ahead of a keenly watched US-China summit.

Wall Street slips as Middle East uncertainty lifts oil; Trump-Xi talks in focus

Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX) said a calculation error caused the additional delay in paying out its final dividend, as it grapples with the injunction secured by a substantial shareholder to freeze payments to certain disputed accounts.

Zetrix AI says calculation error behind further delay in dividend payout

Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Bhd (KL:AJI) shareholders have approved the RM20 per share offer from its parent, Ajinomoto Co Inc, to take the company private via a selective capital reduction (SCR).

Ajinomoto Malaysia shareholders approve parent’s RM20 privatisation offer

Negotiations for cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and other parties for the 16th Melaka State Election are expected to be held soon, says Melaka BN chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.

BN to negotiate with other parties for Melaka polls soon — Ab Rauf

Malaysia and China have agreed on the proposed extension of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project from Kota Bharu to Rantau Panjang, Kelantan, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia, China agree on proposed ECRL extension to Rantau Panjang, says Anwar

A Singapore court appointed KPMG restructuring executives to take charge of Radiant World on Thursday, granting an application by creditor Mizuho Bank Ltd, which has accused the trader of alleged fraud linked to iron ore receivables.

Singapore court strips control of Radiant World from founder

IOIPG Malaysia REIT is planning to pay out at least 90% of its distributable income on a quarterly basis, as the real estate investment trust seeks listing on the Main Market.

IOIPG Malaysia REIT to pay out quarterly dividends, list with assets worth RM7.66b

World financial markets remained on edge on Thursday after concerns about the Iran war and inflation pain had triggered the sharpest sell-off in US Treasuries and other benchmark government bonds since last year's Liberation Day turmoil.

Bond market sell-off rumbles on ahead of Trump and Xi talks

A summary of how key Bursa Malaysia indices and the ringgit performed on Thursday.

FBM KLCI down 0.25% to 1,672.31 on Sept 24, 2026

SoftBank Group has raised US$11.1 billion (RM45.2 billion) in dollar- and euro-denominated bonds in the largest high-yield corporate bond sale globally on record as the tech investment conglomerate seeks to fund its mammoth bet on OpenAI.

SoftBank raises US$11.1b in world's biggest high-yield corporate bond sale

Sustainability hasn’t retreated, but its progress has fractured into winners and laggards, and CEOs must build conviction rather than assume uniform momentum, according to Bain and Company’s 2026 CEO Sustainability Report.

US$2.4 tril in green investment, yet most sectors are being left behind

The Madani government is finalising follow-up measures to address the concerns of local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) affected by competition from foreign e-commerce platforms, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Govt to address MSME concerns over foreign e-commerce competition, says PM 

United Malacca Bhd (KL:UMCCA) posted a 15.8% decline in first-quarter net profit, with weaker contributions from its Malaysian operations partially offset by stronger performance in Indonesia.

United Malacca 1Q net profit slips on weaker Malaysia operations, partially offset by Indonesia gains

Steel manufacturer Hiap Teck Venture Bhd (KL:HIAPTEK) reported a 2.25% rise in net profit for the fourth quarter due to better margins even as revenue slipped on lower sales and average steel product prices.

Hiap Teck 4Q net profit edges up 2.3% despite weaker revenue, declares 0.7 sen dividend

UDA Holdings Bhd (UDA) has identified four to five of its older properties nationwide for revitalisation through redevelopment and reactivation efforts.

UDA identifies up to five assets nationwide for revitalisation — Sim

The High Court on Thursday fixed Oct 23 to rule on a shipping company's bid to restrain RHB Bank Bhd (LK:RHBBANK) from closing two of its long-standing accounts, pending the disposal of its full suit.

Oct 23 ruling on bid to restrain RHB from closing Maritime Network's accounts

Inta Bina Group Bhd (KL:INTA) said on Thursday it has secured a RM221.08 million contract to undertake the main building works for an apartment and office development in Klang.

Inta Bina bags RM221 mil construction contract in Klang from Mitraland

The Sessions Court on Thursday heard that former PETRONAS manager Mohd Khairul Akmal Mohd Jasni met informally with a senior official of Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros) at the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC), before a formal interview for a position at the company in 2024.

Former PETRONAS manager met Petros official informally before interview — witness

Infomina Bhd (KL:INFOM) said on Thursday that it accepted a RM63 million contract to provide technology refresh supply and maintenance to a financial institution.

Infomina bags RM63 mil contract to provide tech refresh, maintenance for financial institution

Superlon Holdings Bhd (KL:SUPERLN) reported its highest quarterly net profit in a decade as  revenue hit a record on higher contribution from its manufacturing division and better margins.

Superlon posts decade-high quarterly profit on record revenue, appoints new CEO 

Convenience store chain operator MyNews Holdings Bhd (KL:MYNEWS) saw its net profit fall 40.5% to RM3.83 million for its third  quarter ended July 31, 2026 (3QFY2026), compared with RM6.43 million a year earlier.

MyNews net profit down 40% in 3Q on higher operating expenses

First, Win the AI Race. Then, Stop the Race?

The Scottish distillery showcases three new flavour profiles that exemplify its cask combination expertise.

The Glenlivet launches its Small Batch Collection in Malaysia with an exclusive pairing event

He depicts native flora and fauna to raise awareness surrounding their habitat and biodiversity.

Sarawakian painter Bong Shin Siong's massive watercolour works capture the beauty of Borneo's wildlife

After highlighting his omniscience and wizardry, the brand is now paying tribute to the sorcerer's shapeshifting powers.

Roger Dubuis’ Metamorph Merlin rounds out Knights of the Round Table trilogy

She looks back on her achievements, contemplates new opportunities and gushes about her hometown.

Miri-born songwriter Zee Avi on her musical journey and advice to young creatives

Founded by Malaysian-born Eigen Ting and Josephin Tan, the pâtisserie carves out its own niche by marrying traditional French techniques with familiar Asian tastes.

Melbourne's Sucré Du Jour turns classic pan-Asian flavours into unique desserts

China continues to deepen its ties with Asean through closer capital market collaborations, industrial ecosystem and cross-border investment channels, including the launch of the first Belt and Road exchange-traded fund (ETF), said Wang Sheng, chairman of China Galaxy Securities Co Ltd (CGS).

China-Asean ties move beyond trade into capital markets

During the California gold rush of the 1850s, many prospectors dreamt of striking it rich by finding gold. Yet some of the most consistent fortunes were made not by those digging for gold, but by those selling the picks, shovels and supplies that enabled the boom.

More than a century la...

Pitfalls & Pitch Calls: Risks and opportunities in the AI boom

Asked to describe an entitled child, most of us understandably would describe that child as spoiled, demanding or accustomed to getting everything he or she asks for. Yet, some psychologists are increasingly suggesting that we may be looking at the wrong thing.

Imagine two children who ...

Wealth, by Design: The surprising investment lesson from an entitled child

Ray Farris, chief economist at Prudential PLC (UK) and Eastspring Investments (Singapore) Ltd, sees further upside in Asian equities as US hyperscalers pour money into artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. He says, however, that investors should favour selected markets and companies over b...

Event: Selective opportunities in Asia’s US$3.7 tril AI boom

Malaysian investors may soon be able to trade Hong Kong exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and real estate investment trusts ­(REITs) on the local bourse in ringgit, without currency conversion, and in board lots of 100 units. They may also be able to participate in the initial public offerings (IPOs) ...

Cover Story: New playbook on Hong Kong

Hive Ventures has set its sights on two Malaysian start-ups — one in fintech and the other in supply chain management — as it expects to close at least four new deals across Southeast Asia by year-end.

The investments form part of the venture capital firm’s bet on artificial intelligenc...

Venture Capital: Taiwan-based Hive Ventures targeting third and fourth deals in Malaysia

CoKeeps, one of the three digital asset custodians licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), has been quietly expanding its business and product suites over the past 2½ years with fresh funding from investors.

In an interview with Wealth, its CEO Suhanna Husein says the firm ...

Digital Asset: CoKeeps positioning for data sovereignty

The income fund trend stretched into mid-August, with six new funds launched between July 17 and Aug 12, according to the Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia (FIMM).

The six funds were PMB Shariah Stable Distribution Income, AHAM AIIMAN Global Thematic Mixed Asset, Opus Life Sett...

Funds: Only six funds launched between mid-July and mid-August

While Grab and Gojek continue to dominate the urban e-hailing and on-demand delivery market, Haloje Delivery has stepped in to meet the needs of underserved communities in the suburban and semi-urban areas.

Haloje founder and director Jalluddin Abu Hassan conceived the idea in 2019 afte...

TheWall: Delivery and e-hailing platform Haloje aims to raise RM2 mil for expansion

PETALING JAYA (Aug 14): BLOX, the fintech company behind the ringgit-denominated stablecoin MYRC, has announced the successful close of its US$1 million seed funding round.

MYRC issuer BLOX completes US$1 mil seed funding round

Special Report: The Edge-HSBC Pre-Budget 2027 Roundtable |  Formulating the national budget amid great uncertainty

Special Report: Pre-Budget 2027 Roundtable |  A snapshot of Malaysia's economy and fiscal position

Special Report: Pre-Budget 2027 Roundtable |  A snapshot of Malaysia's economy and fiscal position

Special Report: The Edge-HSBC Pre-Budget 2027 Roundtable |  Fiscal commitments challenged by mounting external uncertainties

SINCE its establishment in December 2018, Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd (UJSB) has largely stayed out of public view — a deliberate approach taken by its chairman Datuk Mohd Shukri Hussin to shield its lean team from political pressure and keep it focused on recovering value from assets inherited from...

Cover Story 2: ‘We are concentrating on our mission’

UNDER the Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) rescue plan in 2018, government-owned Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd (UJSB) took over RM9.7 billion worth of underperforming assets from the pilgrims’ fund at a premium of more than RM10 billion.

Apart from public equities, the assets included low-yielding h...

Cover Story 2: Steering legacy assets in the right direction

WHEN Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd (UJSB) was incorporated in December 2018, the team at the special-purpose vehicle (SPV) had to hit the ground running as Lembaga Tabung Haji’s (TH) financial health was deteriorating fast, raising concerns about the pilgrims’ fund’s status as a going concern.

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Cover Story 2: Urusharta Jamaah yet to see finishing line

DESPITE the terminated deal with Next Lion Ltd on the Philippines venture, Zetrix AI Bhd’s (KL:ZETRIX) ties with the former remain firmly on their interest on the other side of the world — a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) listed on the Nasdaq in the US.

Incorporated in the B...

Cover Story 1:The role of Next Lion in Zetrix AI’s Nasdaq listing

ON paper, everything appeared to be finally falling into place for Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX). It had even booked a RM3.7 billion expenditure as development cost to build out its blockchain platform for use beyond the cryptocurrency world.

The development cost stood at RM2.8 billion at t...

Cover Story 1: Questions abound about Zetrix AI

THE back-to-back termination and rehash of Zetrix AI Bhd’s (KL:ZETRIX) deal to increase its effective stake in its Philippines business, MyEG Philippines Inc, raises questions about the rationale for the abrupt change.

Components of the deal remain largely the same. The digital services...

Cover Story 1: Puzzling off-then-on Philippines deal

Iranian flights to Gulf neighbours including travel hub Dubai appeared to have been cancelled on Thursday after a US deadline passed for global firms to halt work with Iran's airlines, a major step in a campaign President Donald Trump calls "economic D-Day".

Iranian flights cancelled as new US 'D-Day' sanctions take effect, Saudis say they shoot down Houthi missiles

New claims for US unemployment benefits hovered near 57-year lows last week, suggesting the labour market was regaining momentum after struggling through much of summer and appeared for now to be weathering headwinds from the Middle East conflict.

US weekly jobless claims near 57-year lows as labour market regains footing

Sales of new US single-family homes surged to an eight-month high in August as buyers took advantage of price cuts and other incentives, but rising mortgage rates stemming from the war in the Middle East remain a drag on the housing market.

US new home sales jump to eight-month high in August

The US midterm elections are turning into a key source of concern for a stock market that is riding high on the artificial intelligence trade.

AI trade a key concern as stock investors map election risks

Paramount Skydance said on Thursday it has launched a syndication for a proposed US$7.5 billion (RM30.6 billion) senior secured term loan, part of a broader financing package to fund its acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery.

Paramount seeks US$7.5b debt raise to fund Warner Bros deal

The shares of cybersecurity companies have soared in recent months on bets that the threats posed by cutting-edge AI models will be a boon for their businesses. But some of the stocks have run up so much that investors are questioning whether they’ve gone too far.

Cybersecurity stocks are so hot, investors question staying power

Diesel prices outside the US surged relative to American rates as the possibility of the Trump administration introducing an export ban rattled the market.

Europe’s diesel prices race ahead of US on export-ban risks

The US current account deficit widened sharply in the second quarter amid a surge in imports of goods, government data showed on Thursday.

US current account deficit widens sharply in second quarter

European Central Bank board member Isabel Schnabel is set to announce her resignation on Thursday to join the International Monetary Fund, two sources told Reuters, kicking off a lengthy reshuffle of the bank's most important board positions.

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