US job openings fell in August, but layoffs remained low, pointing to a stable labour market.

US job openings fall in August; layoffs remain low

US consumer confidence fell in September to the lowest level since 2014 as pessimism grew about the economy and the labour market.

US consumer confidence plunges to lowest level since 2014

President Donald Trump will announce on Monday a Minnesota company's plan to build a US$15 billion (RM61.3 billion) steel mill in Iowa, a White House official said, a major investment that the administration is highlighting as it seeks to promote domestic manufacturing ahead of the November mid-term elections.

Trump to unveil planned US$15b Iowa steel project

The Trump administration on Monday finalised new lower vehicle fuel economy standards, in the latest effort to make it easier for automakers to sell gas-powered vehicles and to reverse a push by the Biden administration to force automakers to build more fuel-efficient vehicles.

US finalises new lower fuel economy standards in boost for gas-powered vehicles

A sell-off in Treasuries resumed on Monday as oil rallied after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying inflation concerns.

Treasury sell-off resumes as oil rises after Iran offer spurned by Trump

The bond market is on the brink of signalling that a series of US Federal Reserve (Fed) interest-rate hikes will start shifting the narrative towards the risk that the US economy stalls out.

Bond market is getting closer to sounding alarm on US economy

WASHINGTON (Sept 26): The US Transportation Department on Monday will finalise sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards through 2031, reversing a push by the Biden administration ​to force automakers to build more electric vehicles, officials said on Saturday.

US to finalise sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards

New orders for key US-manufactured capital goods increased more than expected in August and data for the prior month was revised sharply higher, pointing to another quarter of robust growth in business spending on equipment amid an artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout.

US core capital goods orders surge in August

The US Federal Reserve is working on a plan to raise the asset thresholds that trigger stricter oversight of big banks, four people with knowledge of the matter said, which would allow some lenders to avoid costly additional regulation and potentially spur consolidation.

US Fed plans to raise bank oversight thresholds — Reuters

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 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

New York Federal Reserve (Fed) president John Williams said on Thursday it is reasonable to think that the US central bank might need to raise interest rates again before the end of the year to help bring down inflation risks.

New York Fed president says reasonable to see another rate hike this year

The US Treasury said it will purchase up to US$6 billion (RM24.48 billion) of longer-dated government debt on Thursday, in line with the first such operation under Secretary Scott Bessent’s expanded programme to stem the recent rise in borrowing costs.

US Treasury to buy back up to US$6 bil in longer-dated govt debt

ORLANDO, Florida (Sept 29): Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has few cards left to play to free the US from its debt chokehold. He appears to be putting all his money on one: an AI-driven economic growth boom. It's unlikely to be the ace he thinks it is.

"We're going to have to gro...

Opinion: Can the US grow its way out of debt? Don't bet on it

KUALA LUMPUR (Sept 30): Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) will revise its KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit fares effective Jan 1, 2027, marking the first adjustment since 2016 after significant rises in operating and maintenance costs.

ERL to raise KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit fares from January 2027

BENGALURU (Sept 29): Accelevation and selling shareholders raised US$540 million in a US initial public offering, the private equity-backed data centre infrastructure firm said on Tuesday.

AI infra firm Accelevation, shareholders raise US$540 mil in US IPO

BEIJING (Sept 30): China has vowed a "resolute response" to safeguard its industries if the European Union goes ahead with restrictions against Chinese companies or products, according to its commerce ministry.

China vows response if EU introduces moves targeting Chinese trade

WASHINGTON (Sept 29): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said tech executives agreed to establish voluntary standards for AI and reiterated his support for rapid expansion of data centres, as concerns mount over AI safety and the industry's growing footprint in communities.

Trump, AI CEOs sign voluntary safety pact, back data centre expansion

YOUR DAY AHEAD: Sept 30, 2026

Here's a heads up on what to look out for today.

YOUR DAY AHEAD: Sept 30, 2026 

At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly, the need for cybersecurity spending has also increased significantly. According to a global survey of about 300 cybersecurity leaders conducted by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and released on Aug 27, cybersecurity spending is expected to continue to grow strongly, with more than 80% of respondents planning to increase their budgets through 2027.

Rising AI complexity fuels cybersecurity spending

Stocks in Asia were set for broad gains on Wednesday after oil prices fell, easing some pressure on markets as investors weighed the latest developments in the Middle East and the ongoing US-Iran stalemate.

Asian stocks set for rebound as oil prices ease

Oil steadied after its biggest drop in more than a week on signs supply from the Middle East has risen to near pre-war levels as Saudi Arabia resumed flows through a pipeline that avoids the Strait of Hormuz.  West Texas Intermediate slipped toward US$89 a barrel after dropping 3.5% in the previous session, while Brent settled near US$103.

Oil holds loss as Middle East exports seen near pre-war level

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made&nbsp;headlines on Tuesday.

Yinson, Gamuda, SD Guthrie, AEON Credit, UMS Integration, Kelington, Vantris, Supermax, Apollo, VS Industry, Sern Kou

Oil steadied after its biggest drop in more than a week on signs supply from the Middle East has risen to near pre-war levels as Saudi Arabia resumed flows through a pipeline that avoids the Strait of Hormuz. &nbsp;West Texas Intermediate slipped toward US$89 a barrel after dropping 3.5% in the previous session, while Brent settled near US$103.

Kim Loong Resources Bhd’s (KL:KMLOONG) second-quarter net profit dropped 5%, weighed down by lower fresh fruit bunch (FFB) production and reduced crude palm oil (CPO) sales volume.

Kim Loong's 2Q profit drops 5% on lower FFB, palm oil sales

Careplus Group Bhd (KL:CAREPLS) plans to raise up to RM29.78 million through a rights issue to help fund the ongoing construction of the group's energy vehicle manufacturing hub in Chembong, Negeri Sembilan.

Careplus plans rights issue to raise up to RM30 mil to fund energy vehicle hub

The benchmark S&amp;P 500 was flat on Tuesday, as rising government bond yields hurt risk sentiment and offset gains in AI-related stocks driven by optimism about Anthropic's plan to go public.

S&P 500 flat as higher bond yields counter tech optimism

Stocks in Asia were set for broad gains on Wednesday after oil prices fell, easing some pressure on markets as investors weighed the latest developments in the Middle East and the ongoing US-Iran stalemate.

Sern Kou Resources Bud (KL:SERNKOU) said on Tuesday that its will wind down its plywood manufacturing unit due to continuous quarterly loses since the financial year ended June 30, 2024 (FY2024).

Sern Kou to wind down loss-making plywood manufacturing unit 

Here's a heads up on what to look out for today.

WASHINGTON (Sept 29): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said tech executives agreed to establish voluntary standards for AI and reiterated his support for rapid expansion of data centres, as concerns mount over AI safety and the industry's growing footprint in communities.

OpenAI's annual recurring revenue is nearing US$70 billion (RM285.4 billion) as enterprise sales more than doubled since July, Axios reported on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with the financials of the start-up.

OpenAI's annual recurring revenue nears US$70b — report

US consumer confidence fell in September to the lowest level since 2014 as pessimism grew about the economy and the labour market.

Stocks joined bonds lower as a drop in oil prices did little to allay Wall Street’s concerns that still-elevated energy costs could fuel inflation and spur Federal Reserve rate hikes.

US stocks fall as long-term yields hit 24-year high

At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly, the need for cybersecurity spending has also increased significantly. According to a global survey of about 300 cybersecurity leaders conducted by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and released on Aug 27, cybersecurity spending is expected to continue to grow strongly, with more than 80% of respondents planning to increase their budgets through 2027.

US job openings fell in August, but layoffs remained low, pointing to a stable labour market.

The interim report on the implementation of the Felda Group Strategic Roadmap 2025–2030 was submitted to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Sept 25.

Interim report on Felda’s strategic roadmap submitted to PM on Sept 25 

BEIJING (Sept 30): China has vowed a "resolute response" to safeguard its industries if the European Union goes ahead with restrictions against Chinese companies or products, according to its commerce ministry.

BENGALURU (Sept 29): Accelevation and selling shareholders raised US$540 million in a US initial public offering, the private equity-backed data centre infrastructure firm said on Tuesday.

US Economy

‌
‌

US Economy

‌‌

‌
‌