China is studying further trade measures against Taiwan, China's Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday, two days after Beijing denounced a speech by Taiwan President Lai Ching-te.

China threatens Taiwan with more trade measures after denouncing president's speech

China urged the European Union on Saturday not to conduct separate negotiations over the price of China-made electric vehicles sold in the EU, warning that this would "shake the foundations" of bilateral tariff negotiations.

China warns EU against separate electric vehicle price negotiations

Executives of some of Britain’s most valuable and fast-growing financial technology firms warned the Labour government that London could fall behind in the fintech world if the UK fails to address some of the industry’s key concerns, including the challenges they see with share listings and regulators’ speed in decision-making.

UK’s fintech darlings push govt to back growth, IPO dreams

Hong Kong’s leader is set to announce measures to bolster the city’s standing as a global financial hub when he makes a key policy address next week, the South China Morning Post reported, citing unidentified sources.

HK’s Lee to unveil steps to boost financial hub role, SCMP says

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Saturday he would not intervene in monetary policy affairs, as the central bank is mandated to achieve price stability.

Japan PM Ishiba says he won't intervene in BOJ's rate policy

China pledged on Saturday to "significantly increase" debt to revive its sputtering economy, but left investors guessing on the overall size of the stimulus package, a vital detail to gauge the longevity of its recent stock market rally.

China flags more fiscal stimulus for economy, leaves out key details on size

India has surged to become the second-biggest supplier of restricted critical technologies to Russia, US and European officials said, highlighting the challenge in efforts to choke off exports fuelling President Vladimir Putin’s war machine.

India is now Russia’s No 2 supplier of restricted technology

Boeing will cut 17,000 jobs — 10% of its global workforce — delay first deliveries of its 777X jet by a year and record US$5 billion (RM21.44 billion) in losses in the third quarter, as the US planemaker continues to spiral during a month-long strike.

Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs, delay first 777X jet as strike hits finances

BYD Co, China’s bestselling car brand, may initially offer electric vehicles (EVs) in Germany for between €25,000 (US$27,340 or RM117,386) and €30,000, executive vice president Stella Li said in a newspaper interview.

BYD to woo European electric vehicle buyers, but not for less than €25,000

New Zealand’s government said it will loosen investment rules in a bid to attract more foreign capital and boost productivity growth.

The Overseas Investment Act will be amended next year to reverse the presumption that putting money into New Zealand is a privilege and that investors must justify their transaction to the government, Associate Finance Minister David Seymour said Saturday in Wellington.

New Zealand will ease foreign investment laws to attract capital

When millions of Chinese flew abroad for the Golden Week holiday, not all plans involved visiting museums, high-rolling in casinos or relaxing on a beach — many ended up touring university campuses in Singapore.

Singapore colleges are new travel hotspot for China’s tiger moms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reduced borrowing costs for some of the world’s most indebted nations, making a concession to partners that have ramped up criticism of fees that they see as unjustly punitive at a time of higher interest rates.

IMF moves to ease billions in penalty fees for biggest borrowers

The health of the US consumer moves into the spotlight next week, with investors watching corporate earnings reports and retail sales data for further confirmation of the economic resilience that has boosted equity markets this month.

Health of US consumer in focus next week as earnings season heats up

Global stocks rose on Friday, lifted by US bank earnings,and on track for a weekly gain while US treasury yields were mostly lower after inflation and consumer confidence reports solidified expectations for the path of Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cuts.

Stocks climb on bank earnings boost, US yields dip

A total of 7,448 job placements for Sabah residents have been successfully implemented as of Sept 27, thanks to various efforts by the government through the Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) and other involved agencies.

Hajiji: Over 7,000 jobs created for Sabah residents

The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (KPKM) guarantees that the rice supply in local markets will not be affected despite the flood situation in Kedah and Perlis, impacting approximately 6,000 hectares of the country's paddy production areas.

Agriculture Ministry assures country's rice supply is sufficient

The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (Motac) has launched an investigation to identify Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) agents responsible for spreading misinformation regarding the programme.

Motac launches investigation to identify agents spreading wrong info about MM2H programme

TikTok's move to reduce its employees will not affect its operations and the company is cooperating with the authorities in this country, especially in the aspects of research and screening of content and live sessions.

Fahmi: TikTok's operations in Malaysia not affected by staff lay-offs, cooperating with authorities

The government is expected to allocate a higher development expenditure (DE) of RM94.5 billion in Budget 2025, from RM88.5 billion in 2024’s forecast, to boost infrastructure play, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Kenanga IB expects govt to raise development expenditure in Budget 2025

The King and Queen of Malaysia, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar and Raja Zarith Sofiah, will undertake a state visit to Brunei on Sunday until Oct 15, marking the Agong’s inaugural state visit to the sultanate since ascending the throne on Jan 31 this year.

King, Queen of Malaysia to undertake state visit to Brunei on Sunday