High Court Upholds Former Axis Adviser’s False-Statement Conviction
The High Court upheld former Axis adviser Lee Koon Huat’s conviction for abetting false financial statements, affirming six months’ imprisonment and RM800,000 in total fines.
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Oriental Interest Abandons RM280 Million Diversification Deal
Oriental Interest has terminated its proposed RM280 million purchase of two motorcycle-related businesses, refocusing investors on RM635.2 million in unbilled property sales.
Haze Sell-Off Leaves Singapore Palm-Oil Stocks at a Valuation Crossroads
Analyst fair values imply upside for Bumitama, Golden Agri and Wilmar after haze-linked losses, but investigations and financing risks remain central.
Eco-Shop Earnings Miss Tests Margin Recovery as Analysts Trim Targets
Eco-Shop grew first-quarter sales and profit as its store network expanded, but lower margins and forecast cost pressures prompted an analyst target-price cut.
Star Entertainment Faces AU$260 Million Penalty in Cash-Flow Test
The Star Entertainment Group faces a AU$260 million court penalty, with its cash position, instalment schedule and operating recovery central to investor scrutiny.
Malaysia Sets 30% Renewable Power Rule for Data Centres, Guidelines Pending
Malaysia has approved a 30% renewable-energy requirement for data centres, with technical rules, self-generation guidance and grid assessments still in progress.
Adani Enterprises’ US$10 Billion Valuation Loss Raises Earnings Stakes
Adani Enterprises faces higher scrutiny of earnings and debt after a sharp share-price retreat cut nearly US$10 billion from its market value.
Standard Chartered Lifts Guidance After 27% Quarterly Profit Rise
Standard Chartered raised its 2026 income and return targets after third-quarter pretax profit climbed, with wealth and markets activity supporting results.
SingPost Prepares Shippers for New EU Customs Fees and Data Rules
New EU customs charges and product-data requirements will affect Asian sellers, while SingPost is offering different shipping routes for corporate and retail customers.
Malaysia Estimates RM2.5 Billion to RM4 Billion in Annual BUDI95 Savings
Malaysia estimates annual BUDI95 savings of RM2.5 billion to RM4 billion, with the final 2026 figure pending and support aimed at targeted assistance.