THE palm oil industry, which generates export earnings of about RM100 billion annually, has been the backbone of Malaysia’s economy for the last 50-odd years. In recent years, it has been overshadowed by developments in other sectors such as electrical and electronics,...

Cover Story 1: A survey of the palm oil sector

THE tables have certainly turned for Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, who less than a decade ago was deputy finance minister and then minister of finance II in Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s administration.

In September, he disclosed that he had submitted ...

Cover Story 1: Taxing issues for palm oil sector

The defence in Muhammad Yusoff Rawther’s drug trafficking and fake pistols case has produced in the High Court two news articles quoting Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zin alerting (the public) over the existence of a device which can manipulate the remote controls of motor vehicles.

This was produced by Yusoff’s lead counsel Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali, but was objected to by Deputy Public Prosecutor Mohd Sabri Othman before judge Datuk Muhammad Jamil Hussin, who questioned the relevance of the two publications to the trial.

Two news articles quoting KL CID director alerting public on existence of device which can manipulate motor vehicle remote controls produced by defence

Lip-Bu Tan, the man chosen to lead Intel, the US' largest chip maker, has invested in hundreds of Chinese tech firms, including at least eight with links to the People's Liberation Army, according to a Reuters review of Chinese and US corporate filings.

Intel CEO invested in hundreds of Chinese companies, some with military ties

Neither Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor nor the state government interfered in the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's (MACC) investigation into alleged corruption involving Sabah assemblymen.

No interference by Sabah CM, state govt in corruption probe against assemblymen, says MACC

KUALA LUMPUR (April 10): A sharp decline in global oil prices is opening a “strategic window” for Malaysia to embark on the closely-watched RON95 petrol subsidy rationalisation, said BIMB Securities.

Lower oil prices offer govt leeway to push ahead with RON95 subsidy cuts — BIMB

China and Hong Kong shares ended higher on Thursday, as investors played down the latest US tariff increase on Chinese imports and pinned their hopes on talks between the world's two largest economies, as well as on market and policy support from state firms.

Chinese, Hong Kong stocks close up on hopes of trade negotiations as Trump ups tariffs

The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) is urging the government to seize the 90-day suspension of the US reciprocal tariff to implement decisive measures aimed at safeguarding Malaysia’s industrial foundation and its long-term competitive edge.

Malaysian manufacturers call for swift govt action during US tariff pause

KUALA LUMPUR (April 10): Airbus and the Aerospace Malaysia Innovation Centre (AMIC) have signed a research and technology cooperation agreement to study the supply chain for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production across the Asia-Pacific region.

Airbus, Malaysian centre to advance sustainable-aviation-fuel supply chain research in Apac

Below is a summary of how key Bursa Malaysia indices and the ringgit performed on Thursday.

FBM KLCI surges 4.47% to 1,463.13 on April 10, 2025

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim strongly believes that trading countries should use the World Trade Organisation (WTO) platform to resolve trade issues and problems, including tariffs.

Anwar slams ‘megaphone diplomacy’, urges use of WTO as platform to resolve trade conflicts 

KOTA KINABALU (April 10): Sabah recorded total investments of RM6.5 billion, with 38.7% contributed by the manufacturing sector last year, said its Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Musa Aman.

Sabah recorded total investments of RM6.5b last year — Musa Aman

Some Malaysian exporters of manufactured goods destined for the United States have temporarily halted shipments as they await clearer information on the financial implications of the newly imposed tariffs, which took effect on Wednesday.

Malaysian exporters halt US shipments amid tariff confusion

Malaysian stocks staged a broad relief rally on Thursday after the US announced a pause to its reciprocal tariffs on all but one of its trading partners.

Malaysian stocks rebound, broad relief rally adds back RM75 bil to market 

This article for the Tong's Portfolio column — which predicts a likely walk back of some of the tariffs — was prepared for this coming week's issue of The Edge Malaysia and The Edge Singapore, but because of President Donald Trump's U-turn overnight (albeit for 90 days), we have decided to publish it online first.

Trump's big blunder — and no, its not tariff per se

Bids for the Penang International Airport's (PIA) main terminal building&nbsp;under Package 3 are expected to open in May this year, ahead of its scheduled 2027 completion.

Gamuda, IJM, MRCB, SunCon could bid for Penang International Airport's main terminal building under Package 3 in May, estimated at RM1.2b — CIMB

AmBank Group has granted RM307 million in financing facilities to Chin Hin Group Bhd’s (KL:CHINHIN) subsidiaries, Aricia Sdn Bhd and Makna Setia Sdn Bhd, to support several new property and infrastructure developments in the Klang Valley and Sabah and Sarawak.

AmBank grants RM307m in financing to Chin Hin Group for infrastructure projects

(April 9): Senator Adam Schiff on Wednesday called on Congress to investigate whether US President Donald Trump engaged in insider trading or market manipulation when he abruptly paused a sweeping set of tariffs, a move that sent stock prices skyrocketing.

Senator Adam Schiff calls for insider trading investigation into Trump over tariff pause

Malaysia welcomes the US’ overnight decision to pause the sweeping tariff increase, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said on Thursday.

Zafrul: Malaysia welcomes US tariff pause, now assessing implications

As Donald Trump’s sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs took effect just after midnight on Wednesday, the president was watching the bond market.

Long-term yields were soaring. The 10-year Treasury saw the biggest three-day jump since 2001. The president was confronting a worst-case scenario: voters who had returned him to the White House because of inflation now faced both increased prices and higher borrowing costs.

Bond chaos, deal mania and Jamie Dimon: Inside Trump’s tariff reversal

Umno has filed an originating summons (OS) at the High Court last month seeking a declaration and an order for a 9,723 square metre land to be transferred to the political party. The land, which is now the Seri Pacific Hotel, here, is currently held in trust by four people, including former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and the late Tun Daim Zainuddin.

Umno wants transfer of Seri Pacific hotel land held under trusteeship of Dr M, Daim, two others

Technology stocks rallied on Thursday following the announcement of a 90-day suspension on reciprocal tariffs, amid growing optimism that Malaysia could benefit from the deepening trade rift between the US and China.

Inari Amertron leads tech stocks rebound on 90-day tariff pause, Malaysia's chances amid US-China tensions

Global shares surged and a manic bond sell-off stabilised on Thursday after US President Donald Trump said he would temporarily lower the hefty duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries.

Stocks soar in relief rally after Trump pauses tariffs

Engineering firm West River Bhd is now taking applications from investors for its initial public offering (IPO) on the ACE Market.

West River now taking IPO applications at 39 sen per share for ACE Market listing

(April 10): Bonds from Australia to Japan swung in the wake of a chaotic day in the US Treasuries market, forcing traders to confront the possibility that volatility from trade war jitters is only just beginning.

Swings in US Treasuries trigger global bond market aftershocks

Donald Trump’s 90-day reprieve on some tariffs sent the stock market soaring Wednesday. But the chaos sown by the president’s trade war means corporate America is planning for a recession.

CEOs brace for recession even after tariff reprieve boosts stocks

HANOI (April 10): The 20-year production sharing contract (PSC) extension for Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd’s (KL:HIBISCS) largest oil asset works as a key enabler to monetise the group’s development plans offshore northeast Malaysia, which includes new wells and gas processing from nearby fields.&nbsp;

Hibiscus: 20-year PSC extension key enabler for developing new wells, processing gas from nearby assets

Oil prices surged from a four-year low on Wednesday and gold rallied in a broad-based commodities and equity market rebound after US&nbsp;President Donald Trump said he would temporarily lower recently enacted tariffs on dozens of countries while further increasing duties on China.

Energy, metals, grains surge after Trump tariff pause

KUALA LUMPUR (April 10): Malaysia’s palm oil stocks posted their first rise in six months in March, as production recovered and imports rose sharply, offsetting strong festive demand, data from the industry regulator showed on Thursday.

Malaysia’s palm oil stocks rise for first time in six months in March

WASHINGTON (April 9): US&nbsp;President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday, aimed at reviving US shipbuilding and reducing China's grip on the global shipping industry, vowing to boost funding for the effort in coming years.

Trump signs executive order seeking to revitalise US shipbuilding

OF the 115 companies that had a market capitalisation of at least RM1 billion as at last Tuesday, 95 - or 83% - have seen a year-to-date (YTD) fall in their share prices. Taking a defensive investment approach in the challenging market, The Edge highlights 10 stocks worth looking at in the second...

Cover Story: Battered stocks worth a look

The wild ride on US stock markets took a dizzying turn Wednesday afternoon when President Donald Trump announced a pause on some of his harshest tariffs, propelling the S&amp;P 500 Index to its biggest one-day gain since 2008.

Jenny Ng, Syafiqah Salim and Jose Barrock