NEWS: HI Mobility upbeat on Johor contract extension

NEWS: HI Mobility talks future growth

(March 28): Shipowners and charterers are altering leasing contracts to cope with the multi-million dollar port fees expected to be imposed on Chinese-built vessels by the Trump administration, according to people familiar with the matter.

Shipowners are adjusting contracts for US tax on China vessels

The Stock Exchange of Thailand suspended all trading activities for the afternoon session on Friday after a strong earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar, the tremors of which were felt in Thailand's capital, Bangkok.

Thailand's stock exchange suspends trading after Myanmar earthquake

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Oil prices retreated on Friday amid tariff-related demand concerns, but headed for a third weekly gain on a tightening global supply outlook after the US placed more pressure on Venezuelan and Iranian oil trade.

Oil retreats amid tariff worries, set for third week of gains on supply woes 

Most Asian emerging market stocks declined on Friday on worries over US tariffs, with equities in South Korea and Thailand particularly hit as the new US auto levies dented car and auto parts makers.

Stocks in South Korea, Thailand decline on US auto tariffs 

Every Sunday, Jalan Gaya in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, bursts to life as vendors from near and far arrive in the early hours of the morning to set up for the weekly market. By 8am, the open-air bazaar is in full swing, drawing both locals and tourists with its vibrant atmosphere.

The air hum...

Streetscapes: Kota Kinabalu’s Jalan Gaya offers locals and tourists a vibrant Sunday market

Malaysia’s external balance will likely face increasing headwinds in the coming quarters due to slower export growth, the Australia & New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) warned on Friday.

The ringgit could come under pressure if the US imposes higher-than-expected tariffs on Malaysian exports at a time when foreigners have been recently selling Malaysian equities due to global growth concerns, the bank said in its Asia Economic Outlook report.

Malaysia's external balance faces headwinds, threatening ringgit — ANZ

The Magistrate's Court here have sentenced businessman Chung Chee Yang, 47, to six years and 10 months in prison, and a fine of RM22,000, after he was found guilty of hurting the religious feelings and criminally intimidating his two bodyguards by pointing a gun at them and admonishing them for fasting in 2021.

Businessman who assaulted bodyguards for fasting sentenced to six years and 10 months' jail

A strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, and several buildings collapsed in Mandalay, the country's second-largest city, witnesses said.

Strong earthquake strikes Myanmar, buildings collapse in Mandalay, witnesses say

KUALA LUMPUR (March 28): Bus operator HI&nbsp;Mobility Bhd (KL:HI) kicked off its first ever day on the Main Market modestly higher, snapping a series of debut flops on Bursa Malaysia.

HI Mobility debuts on Main Market with slight premium

Genting Bhd (KL:GENTING) said on Friday the Nevada Gaming Commission has accepted the terms of a settlement in relation to a complaint against its Las Vegas resort.

Genting says Nevada authorities have signed off settlement terms for Las Vegas complaint

(March 27):&nbsp;Close to a dozen US-sanctioned tankers are idling off Malaysia with Iranian crude, with some having been stationed in the oil-transfer hub for more than a month — possible sign of&nbsp;slowing logistics&nbsp;for the sensitive trade to China.&nbsp;

Iran oil-filled tankers build up off Malaysia as US sanctions mount

As shares of Elon Musk’s Tesla Inc&nbsp;rally on Thursday, the jump in the size of the company dwarfed the decline in the value of its US rivals, as the stocks responded to US President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcements.

Tesla’s US$14b rally eclipses rout in other auto stocks

MN Holdings Bhd (KL:MNHLDG), an infrastructure utilities construction and engineering solutions firm, has secured a RM137.8 million contract from Tenaga Nasional Bhd (KL:TENAGA).

MN Holdings bags its largest direct contract of RM138m from TNB

RHB Bank Bhd (KL:RHBBANK) has subscribed to&nbsp;an aggregate of about 51 million new shares in Boost Bank for RM51 million since&nbsp;May 17, 2024, in order to maintain its 40% equity interest in the digital bank.

RHB Bank subscribes to additional shares in Boost Bank worth RM51m

Asian stocks slid on Friday with heavy selling in South Korea and Japan while safe-haven gold was perched at a record high as the latest tariff salvo from US President Donald Trump stoked investor worries of an all-out trade war.

Asian stocks fall, gold at record high as tariff worries unnerve markets

The Magistrate's Court here have sentenced businessman Chung Chee Yang, 47, to six years and 10 months in prison, and a fine of RM22,000, after he was found guilty of hurting the religious feelings and criminally intimidating his two bodyguards by pointing a gun at them and admonishing them for fasting in 2021.&nbsp;

KUALA LUMPUR (March 28): Malaysia’s stock market will stay volatile in the near term, as investors continue to fret over international trade tensions, strategists warned.

Malaysian stocks set to stay volatile in near term as trade tensions continue to simmer

Shares of Shah Alam-based WF Holding Ltd fell below the&nbsp;initial public offering (IPO) price in their Nasdaq debut on Thursday.

The stock closed at US$3.75, a 6.25% discount from its IPO price of US$4 per share, after raising US$8 million (RM35.42 million) before deducting underwriting fees and expenses. At the closing price, the company had a market capitalisation of US$93.56 million or RM414.19 million.

Selangor fibreglass plastic maker WF Holding breaks below IPO price on Nasdaq listing day

Car prices have already climbed out of reach for many Americans. The search for a cheap car is poised to get even tougher.

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on automobile imports set to take effect next week are expected to drive up costs across the industry, raising sticker prices by thousands of dollars.

Cars under US$30,000 risk becoming a casualty of Trump’s tariffs

Just four months ago, Delta Electronics (Thailand) Pcl’s shares were outpacing global peers, prompting a series of moves from Thai market authorities to halt the rally. Now, the stock is in a stark reversal.

A US$30b rout turns Delta Thailand into Asia’s worst stock

Beshom Holdings Bhd’s (KL:BESHOM) outlook appears uncertain amid broader caution among consumers, TA Securities flagged after a weaker-than-expected quarter while the stock neared its 13-year lows.

Beshom's outlook uncertain, TA Securities says, as stock nears 13-year lows

KUALA LUMPUR (March 28): Puspakom Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned unit of DRB-Hicom Bhd (KL:DRBHCOM), announced on Friday that it is raising prices of its mobile van and mobile truck services amid rising operating costs.

Puspakom raises mobile van and truck services rates by 10%-20%

(March 28): Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested Ukraine be placed under a form of temporary administration to allow for new elections and the signature of key accords to reach a settlement in the war, Russian news agencies reported early on Friday.

Putin suggests temporary administration for Ukraine to end war

Volatile stock markets, driven by global economic uncertainties and shifting policies, have unsettled investors, prompting a shift towards domestic money market funds in search of stability. &nbsp;

Challenging the perception that foreign investors have exited the domestic market, Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said they are instead parking funds in safer assets while maintaining exposure to Malaysia. &nbsp;

Foreign investors shifting to safer Malaysian assets amid market volatility — analyst

Stocks fell after the US pushed ahead with tariffs on automakers, reinforcing concern about a widening trade war and offsetting data that showed faster-than-estimated growth in the world’s largest economy.

Stocks fall as trade war clouds economic outlook

Chinese President Xi Jinping vowed to improve market access at a meeting with a group of global business leaders in Beijing, in an effort to boost investor sentiment as rising tariffs fuel uncertainty for the economy and international trade.

Xi woos global business leaders as Trump intensifies trade war

SHENZHEN/BEIJING, China (March 28):&nbsp;China's Huawei is expected to claim triumph over US sanctions at its upcoming annual results, bolstered by its software push, progress in chips and booming smart-driving technology business that has helped it move out of "survival mode".

After years of survival, China's Huawei returns to revenue peak

KUALA LIMPUR (Nov 1): Malaysia opposition party Pakatan Harapan Tuesday (Oct 31) announced its pledge to clean Malaysia from corruption as part of its manifesto for the coming general election.

Pakatan Harapan chairman Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said during the first 100 days of the party ...

Mahathir promises to investigate 1MDB if Pakatan wins Malaysia elections

HONG KONG (Aug 3):  Tujia.com has raised US$300 million ($412 million) at a valuation of more than US$1 billion, as the Chinese vacation rentals site often compared with Airbnb Inc. pursues financing to bankroll a global expansion.

A consortium led by Ascott Ltd, a serviced residen...

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