Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s ongoing dependence on coal as a primary source of power generation should be a concern. With coal still accounting for roughly 40% of our electricity demand, recent indications that this reliance may continue, although not formally confirmed, only deepen that concern.

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My Say: We’re rich in renewables, so don’t keep choosing coal

Recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have once again reminded us how fragile global energy systems can be. When conflicts disrupt key shipping routes or threaten oil production, the effects are felt almost immediately across the world. Prices spike, supply tightens and countries that d...

My Say: Biofuel pathway to energy security in an uncertain world

Technologies can be purchased. Regulations can be written. Net zero targets can be announced. But without people equipped to interpret climate data, assess social risks and implement robust governance frameworks, Malaysia’s sustainability transition will stall before it begins.

A new st...

MY Say: Address the expanding ESG talent gap before time runs out

Malaysia’s palm oil industry is a cornerstone of its economy, contributing nearly 7% to export earnings in the first half of 2024, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. However, this versatile commodity also finds itself under intense environmental scrutiny, particularly fr...

My Say: Breaking the silo for a low-carbon palm oil future

The global landscape of business and investment is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by heightened awareness of climate change, social inequality and corporate governance. Over the past two decades, the ESG (environmental, social and governance) framework has not only emerged but thrived ...

My Say: ESGR: A blueprint for sustainable growth in a changing world

In our dynamic industrial environment, engineers and technologists play pivotal roles in driving innovation, fostering economic growth and advancing societal well-being through their creative solutions that shape our nation. With approximately 210,000 engineers registered with the Board of Engine...

My Say: Elevating the status and prosperity of engineers and technologists

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues have gained prominence in the business sector, primarily through socially conscious and institutional investors demanding increased attention in these areas. This focus has increased in recent years as the ESG focus is seen as a way of mitigating ...

My Say: Getting serious about ESG in palm oil

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim declared at Invest Malaysia 2023 that his government was committing to a RM10 million seed fund to act as an assured demand for Malaysian-generated carbon credits in support of the national journey to achieving net-zero emissions. Although Malaysia’s commit...

My Say: Time to valorise oil palm biomass into ethanol

Sharp spikes in food and energy prices will likely become more common, the International Monetary Fund said, warning such crises drive inflation expectations higher for longer, worsen poverty and threaten economic stability.

Cost-of-living crises have lasting impact on inflation expectations, poverty, IMF says

Gold edged up on Tuesday as receding expectations of a Federal Reserve (Fed) interest-rate hike this month countered pressure from a firm US dollar and elevated Treasury yields.

Gold gains as softer Fed rate expectations offset higher US yields

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday that it deems the public health risk in Russia to be low, following reports that a laboratory technician had died of plague.

WHO says 'low' risk in Russia following plague reports

E5: Top Glove ready to weather the storm as earnings jump

Insights Analytics Bhd (KL:IAB), which mainly provides asset management systems to water utilities, has secured a RM14.44 million subcontract to construct a water treatment plant in Sarawak's Miri division.

Insights Analytics secures contract for Suai water treatment plant in Miri

Paramount Skydance on Tuesday completed its blockbuster US$110 billion (RM449.5 billion) takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, creating a Hollywood heavyweight called Skydance and handing CEO David Ellison control of one of the world's largest entertainment companies.

Paramount wraps up mega Warner Bros merger to create Hollywood powerhouse Skydance

Tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets across France on Tuesday, as unions and teachers joined high school students who for days have been demanding better learning conditions in protests punctuated by violent confrontations.

'No future': Thousands mass in France for high school protests

The US trade deficit widened more than expected in August, driven by a surge in imports of goods amid robust domestic demand, keeping trade on track to again subtract from economic growth in the third quarter.

US trade deficit widens in August amid strong imports

Google was accused of overcharging Android app developers for over a decade, leading to inflated prices on the Play Store for about 20 million UK customers.

Google accused of overcharging 20 mil consumers in UK class action

Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX) said the exact amount it owes the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is still being finalised between the two parties, a day after Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the company had accumulated RM314 million in unpaid remittances.

Zetrix says still finalising amount owed to JPJ after Loke reveals RM314m arrears

THE ongoing issues at digital services and technology infrastructure provider Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX) could be a long-drawn affair, with managing director Wong Thean Soon, better known as TS Wong, likely to seek legal recourse after recent developments at the company ravaged its share price.</p...

TS Wong could seek legal recourse over issues at Zetrix

Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX) faces uncertainty over its revenue collection business after the Ministry of Transport (MOT) suspended its services as a collection agent for the Road Transport Department (JPJ) over unremitted government funds totalling RM314 million.

Zetrix AI's business continuity uncertain after JPJ suspension — MBSB Research

Top Glove Corporation Bhd (KL:TOPGLOV) said it is confident of weathering headwinds ahead after earnings jumped nearly five times in the recently ended quarter, sending its shares higher.

Ray Dalio warns China, Japan may pull back from US Treasuries

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 6): Malaysian banks are working towards introducing fraud alert capabilities that can flag potential risks before a transaction is completed.

BNM: Banks working towards fraud alert before transaction is completed

Scientex Bhd (KL:SCIENTX) is acquiring 503 acres in Pulai, Johor, for RM580 million to boost the property developer’s land bank.

Scientex to acquire 503 acres in Johor for RM580 mil

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 6): SLGC Bhd (KL:SLG) ended its first trading day on the ACE Market below its initial public offering (IPO) price.

Construction firm SLGC ends first trading day below IPO price

<h2>Notable filings</h2>

During the week of Sept 14 to 18, notable shareholding changes among Bursa Malaysia-listed companies included those at D&amp;O Green Technologies Bhd (KL:D&amp;O), where pension fund Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (KWAP) ceased to be a substan...

Insider Moves: D&O Green Technologies Bhd, EI Power Bhd, MQ Technology Bhd, Sealink International Bhd, Zetrix AI Bhd

CIMB Group Holdings Bhd (KL:CIMB) is exploring a sale of its business in the Philippines as part of efforts to streamline and focus on bigger markets for growth, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

CIMB considers selling Philippine business — Bloomberg

The World Bank has flagged the risk of a slowdown from a correction in global artificial intelligence (AI)-related activity, even as it raised Malaysia's 2026 growth outlook to 5.1% from 4.4% previously, driven by surging AI-related spending.&nbsp;

World Bank flags AI correction risk as it lifts Malaysia's 2026 growth outlook to 5.1%

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 6): Investors in an agarwood scheme promoted by Asian Plantation Capital (APC) not only failed to receive any returns on their investment but also didn't see purchase money returned to them, the court heard on Tuesday.

Another dispute over agarwood scheme begins trial, investors say no ROI, purchase sum not returned

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd (UOB Malaysia) chief executive officer Datuk Ng Wei Wei&nbsp;climbed 10 rungs to 85th place in this year's Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Asia ranking. &nbsp;&nbsp;

UOB Malaysia CEO Ng Wei Wei climbs 10 rungs in Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Asia ranking

U Mobile Sdn Bhd has achieved 90% coverage of populated areas (CoPA) nationwide, nine months ahead of schedule, said Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil.

Fahmi: U Mobile 5G coverage hits 90%, nine months ahead of schedule

The World Bank has agreed that certain elements of the goods and services tax (GST) should be implemented into Malaysia’s sales and service&nbsp;tax (SST) to address its distortionary features.

World Bank supports Malaysia’s possible integration of GST elements into SST 

CHINA’s National Food Safety Standard, which includes the Code for the Control of 3-MCPD Esters and Glycidyl Esters in Foods, came into effect on Sept 2, a year after it was issued. According to the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), the standard is not expected to have an immediate impact on Mal...

China’s food safety code throws a curveball at palm oil industry

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 6): Rapidus Corporation has roped in Malaysian firms — GreatAsic Technology Sdn Bhd, Infinecs Systems Sdn Bhd, Oppstar Bhd's (KL:OPPSTAR) Oppstar Technology Sdn Bhd&nbsp;and SkyeChip Bhd (KL:SKYECHIP) — as design solution associates to support the development of its global chip ecosystem framework.

Rapidus taps four Malaysian firms as design solution associates for CORE ecosystem

Outstanding repayments for loans issued by the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), the country's main tertiary education loan provider, stood at RM10.7 billion as at Aug 31.

PTPTN loan arrears hit RM10.7b as at Aug 31 — minister

Top Glove Corp Bhd (KL:TOPGLOV) expects an even better FY2027 after its net profit tripled in the financial year ended Aug 31, 2026 (FY2026).

Top Glove expects an even better FY2027 after strong FY2026

The monsoon transition phase is expected to begin on Friday, Oct 9, and continue until late October, marking the end of the Southwest Monsoon, which began on May 14.

Monsoon transition phase starting Friday expected to bring heavy rain, gradually diminish haze

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 6): Five of the nine technology drivers identified under the National Technology Sovereignty Framework (NTSF) have been deemed critical to national sovereignty and possess strong commercial potential.

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