Tan Ai Leng

Corporate control allegations involving anti-graft buster, powerful businessmen testing governance credibility

Collapsed deal halts bid to create largest construction giant with market value nearing RM50 billion

The country’s cost-competitiveness and growing capacity are seen as advantages by price-sensitive patients

Rising construction costs and changing tastes are pushing developers to reinvent existing buildings

Fuel makes up 40% of cost; every US$1 rise adds RM50 million in annual cost

The levies are reshaping supply chains and driving structural shifts, but the full impact is still to come

Cancellations, rising diesel costs and weak demand leave industry players facing mounting pressure

The index tracks 30 Malaysian blue chips and 30 Hong Kong-listed large-cap stocks

With near-total support, the focus shifts to remaining government-linked fund decisions

As geopolitical risks push hyperscalers to diversify, Johor could emerge as a viable alternative hub