China announced plans on Thursday to channel hundreds of billions of yuan annually into shares from state-owned insurers, in the government's latest effort to support equity markets.

China pushes insurers to invest billions in latest move to support market

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Wednesday that Moscow sees a small window of opportunity to forge agreements with the new US administration of President Donald Trump, the Interfax news agency reported.

Russia sees 'small' window of opportunity to negotiate with Trump administration

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump hinted at new tariffs on Chinese imports, ending a brief reprieve for the markets.

China and Hong Kong stocks tumble on Trump's tariff threats

European Union finance ministers agreed on Monday to stay united in their approach to the new US administration and that a more competitive EU economy was the best protection from potential transatlantic economic challenges, EU diplomats said.

EU ministers agree on unity in approach for deeper US ties

Zou Lan, head of the monetary policy department at the People's Bank of China (PBOC), will be promoted to deputy governor of the central bank, two sources with knowledge of the matter said.

China to name Zou Lan as central bank deputy governor — Reuters

China left benchmark lending rates unchanged for a third consecutive month, as expected, as a weakening yuan has limited Beijing's monetary policy easing efforts.

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged

China's economy ended 2024 on better footing than expected helped by a flurry of stimulus measures, although the threat of a new trade war with the US and weak domestic demand could hurt confidence in a broader recovery this year.

China's economy meets official growth ambitions, but many feel a downturn

China said on Thursday it would apply provisional duties on imports of industrial plastics from the US, European Union, Japan and Taiwan after a months-long anti-dumping investigation.

China imposes provisional duties on US, EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics

Goldman Sachs' credit-card partnership with Apple may end before its contract runs out in 2030, Goldman CEO David Solomon said on Wednesday.

"We have a contract with Apple to run that partnership until 2030, although there's some possibility that it won't continue until that time frame," Solomon told analysts on an earnings call.

Goldman Sachs CEO says Apple card partnership may end before 2030

Finland's Nokia said on Wednesday it had signed a multi-year patent licence agreement with Samsung, for the use of Nokia's video technologies in the South Korean company's televisions.

Under the agreement, Samsung will make royalty payments to Nokia, the Finnish company said in a statement.

Nokia signs multi-year patent licence agreement with Samsung

(Jan 26): US search engine startup Perplexity AI has revised the merger proposal which it had submitted to TikTok's Chinese parent ByteDance to create a new entity combining Perplexity and TikTok US, a person familiar with the proposal told Reuters on Sunday.

Perplexity AI proposes to merge with Tiktok, with US government getting half — Reuters

Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship in 2025 presents a significant opportunity to shape the region’s trajectory amid global economic shifts. This is with the Asean Economic Blueprint 2025 envisaging the creation of a highly integrated and cohesive economy that supports high economic growth by increasing trade, investment and job creation.

Driving long-term inclusive and sustainable growth in Asean

‘A World in Transition’: Discover emerging opportunities

SHAH ALAM (Jan 27): Bina Puri Holdings Bhd (KL:BPURI), its subsidiary Bina Puri Properties Sdn Bhd and its director Tan Sri Tee Hock Seng has been slapped with a RM28.1 million lawsuit by housing developer Wisma Majujaya Sdn Bhd for not abiding with a joint venture agreement (JVA) to develop a project in Johor Bahru, called “Puri Residence”.

Bina Puri, its director Tee Hock Seng face RM28.1m suit for purportedly failing to pay-up full sum in JVA

MORNING CALL: 27/1/25

While the world debates the next chapter of globalisation, it’s a case of full steam ahead in Asean markets.

Why the world is excited about ASEAN

Greater Kuala Lumpur (GKL) stands as a beacon of Malaysia’s economic ambitions, symbolising resilience, innovation and transformation. InvestKL, the government agency entrusted to steer GKL’s rise as a top investment destination for leading global companies continues its mission under the visionary leadership of CEO Datuk Muhammad Azmi Zulkifli.

The Face of FDI in Greater Kuala Lumpur

(Jan 27): Investors are heading into yet another pivotal Big Tech earnings cycle with the companies’ shares near record highs and valuations stretched. A key distinction this time: The group’s profit growth is projected to come in at the slowest pace in almost two years.

Tech’s US$15 tril rally hinges on high-stakes earnings stretch

(Jan 27): The dollar started the week with modest gains, after President Donald Trump ordered tariffs on Colombia for refusing to allow deported migrants land in the country.

Dollar starts week on front foot after Trump’s Colombia tariffs

(Jan 27) : Asian stocks were set for a cautious rise as the global rebound continued from US President Donald Trump’s go-slow approach to trade sanctions on major trading partners. The dollar edged higher.

Asia eyes cautious open as tariffs remain in focus

SHAH ALAM (Jan 27): Bina Puri Holdings Bhd (KL:BPURI), its subsidiary Bina Puri Properties Sdn Bhd and its director Tan Sri Tee Hock Seng has been slapped with a RM28.1 million lawsuit by housing developer Wisma Majujaya Sdn Bhd for not abiding with a joint venture agreement (JVA) to develop a project in Johor Bahru, called “Puri Residence”.

I am sure that when you read the headline of this article, you wondered why I would be bullish about Malaysia. Well, here’s the surprise — it is not actually me who is bullish, but rather our neighbours down south in Singapore. While this initially took me by surprise, perhaps it shouldn’t have, ...

The Pitch Deck: Bullish about Malaysia

Given Malaysia’s strong brand presence and strategic location at the heart of Southeast Asia, local businesses are in an ideal position to leverage the country’s advanced logistics network for seamless cross-border expansion into neighbouring markets, says Ninja Van Malaysia.

In its new...

Issues: Malaysian brands emerge as trusted options for Southeast Asian e-commerce shoppers

(Jan 27) :&nbsp;Asian stocks were set for a cautious rise as the global rebound continued from US President Donald Trump’s go-slow approach to trade sanctions on major trading partners. The dollar edged higher.

The newly launched Ryt Bank — a joint venture between YTL Digital Capital Sdn Bhd and Sea Ltd — is entering a market that is seeing stiff competition. The bank aims not only to capture significant market share but also to out-innovate its competitors by providing the best products and services to...

Cover Story: Making of a humanised digital bank

As 2025 begins, the pace of technological innovation is set to accelerate, with artificial intelligence (AI) expected to continue taking centre stage. From the enterprise adoption of generative AI (Gen AI) to groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology, education and sustainability, we are seein...

Trends: Future of technology

(Jan 27): Investors are heading into yet another pivotal Big Tech earnings cycle with the companies’ shares near record highs and valuations stretched. A key distinction this time: The group’s profit growth is projected to come in at the slowest pace in almost two years.

(Jan 27):&nbsp;The dollar started the week with modest gains, after President Donald Trump ordered tariffs on Colombia for refusing to allow deported migrants land in the country.

<h2>NEWS</h2>

<h3>Embedded banking key focus for Boost in 2025</h3>

Over the past six years, Boost has contributed to 20% of Malaysia’s national growth through its SME-focused programmes and services, recording over RM5.6 billion in transaction value acro...

Bits + Bytes: A Miscellany Of Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) will serve as a catalyst for a “skills revolution”, where uniquely human capabilities — such as empathy and ethical decision-making — become the most valuable assets in the workplace, says Workday in its latest global research report,&nbsp;Elevating Human Potential: The AI Skills Revolution.&nbsp;

AI to usher in a new era of human expertise

The frequency and intensity of floods have continued to surge because of the effects of climate change and urban expansion into flood-prone areas.

Yet, many drivers in areas that are at high risk of flooding still do not protect their vehicles with flood insurance coverage, says Faiezy ...

Tools: Mapping your way out of a disaster

Pining for the latest in-game skins, accessories or limited-time character banners can be costly — yet it becomes a different story entirely if you are able to convert credit card loyalty points into in-game currency.

Gaming-related expenses can rack up over time, particularly when you ...

Levelling Up: Swapping loyalty points for play

In Malaysia, the discourse on digitalisation often revolves around three key regions — Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor — all located in the peninsula. Meanwhile, Sabah and Sarawak, with their growing talent pools and untapped potential, risk being left behind unless deliberate efforts are made to ...

Bridging Ideas: Sabah and Sarawak need opportunities to retain their talent

Modern classrooms, while still reliant on traditional blackboards and whiteboards, have seen introductions to new educational technologies, such as projectors and smartboards, but new innovations are transforming the learning experiences for students.

One such innovation is Assemblr EDU...

Interactive Learning: Assembling the cogs of education and technology

(Jan 26): US&nbsp;search engine startup Perplexity AI has revised the merger proposal which it had submitted to TikTok's Chinese parent ByteDance to create a new entity combining Perplexity and TikTok US, a person familiar with the proposal told Reuters on Sunday.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a cornerstone of technological progress, promising breakthroughs across industries from healthcare to finance and reshaping global economies.

Pioneering the Future of AI Governance in Malaysia

While the world debates the next chapter of globalisation, it’s a case of full steam ahead in Asean markets.

Located amid vast oil palm plantations and scenic hills, Bandar Seri Coalfields has transformed from a quiet, slowly developing area into one of Selangor’s most well-designed townships. Spanning more than 1,001 acres, this master-planned community was envisioned as a modern residential and commercial hub, blending nature and tranquillity with urban amenities.

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