Markets were in deep blue territory due to concerns over reciprocal tariffs, but staged a sharp relief rally after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on steep tariff hikes. Global […]
Overview On September 1st, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim introduced the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), an industrial policy for the manufacturing and manufacturing-related services sectors spanning seven years […]
When investors are interested in ESG-themed (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments, there are several sectors they can consider for their investments. These sectors have gained attention due to their strong […]
In our previous article, we have explored Malaysia’s government commitments towards attaining environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals. In fact, the government aims to deliver on renewable energy (RE) capacity […]
With Country Garden missing recent debt payments, investors have raised concerns about the recovery in the housing market and the broader economy. Not only that, July saw a widespread weakening […]
The government has recently introduced the first phase of the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR). This roadmap outlines the strategy to expedite the nation’s shift from a conventional fossil fuel-driven […]
The Fed raised the Fed funds rate (FFR) by 25bps to 5.25%-5.50% in July’s FOMC meeting. However, Fed Chair Powell did not give a clear indication that the additional rate […]
Malaysia is dedicated to reinforcing its commitment towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by as early as 2050. The country possesses a well-defined plan and a comprehensive ecosystem, along with abundant […]
In 2023, the stock market has been dominated by a select group of mega-cap US tech companies, commonly referred to as the “magnificent 7.” These companies include Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, […]
Emotions play a significant role in our decision-making processes, and when it comes to investing, they can have a profound impact on our ability to make rational choices. Emotions such […]