Malaysia Is Having Fewer Babies. Raising a Family Is Becoming a Bigger Decision.
Malaysia's birth rate continues to fall, raising important questions about parenthood, family support and the country's long-term economic future.
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IOI Properties Eyes US$760 Million Singapore Deal for Chijmes and Capitol Kempinski
IOI Properties Group is in exclusive talks to acquire Singapore’s Chijmes and Capitol Kempinski, extending a property expansion that has lifted its Singapore commercial portfolio to about S$10 billion.
When an Airline Becomes Too Important to Struggle Alone
AirAsia's financial pressures have raised a question bigger than the airline itself. When a private company becomes essential to a country's connectivity and economy, where should government responsibility begin and end?
More Affordable Homes. But Are We Building Better Places to Live?
Malaysia is pushing to make homeownership more accessible. But as new housing developments take shape, a bigger question deserves attention: are we simply building more homes, or creating communities where people can genuinely afford to live?
Malaysia’s Budget Is Not Just About Growth. It Is About Making People Feel It
Budget 2027 is trying to turn Malaysia’s stronger economic story into something households can actually feel: better wages, wider tax relief and more breathing room.
AI Is Not Killing Agencies. It Is Making the Big Ones Bigger
Publicis’ strong quarter shows a sharper truth about advertising: AI may not replace agencies, but it could make scale much harder to beat.
When Haze Threatens the Party, Climate Becomes Business News
Singapore’s Grand Prix haze scare shows how air quality is becoming a real business risk for sports, tourism, concerts, nightlife and major city events.
Apple’s Smart-Home Push Puts Upgraded Siri at the Centre
Apple’s expected smart-home range will test whether a more capable Siri and a dedicated display can turn its installed base into a stronger household platform.
SC Malaysia Moves to Raise Governance Standards for Company Secretaries at Listed Firms
The Securities Commission Malaysia is developing a two-year framework to strengthen the competency and accountability of company secretaries serving public listed companies.
Consumer Stocks Emerge as Budget 2027 Winners as Malaysia Puts More Money in Households’ Hands
Consumer stocks are emerging as potential Budget 2027 winners as Malaysia increases household assistance, cuts selected taxes and raises the minimum wage.