Malaysia’s Ringgit Rallies, Trump Targets AI Rules, Asia Markets Soar on Trade Talks

A dynamic afternoon across global markets, tech, and currency headlines. Malaysia NewsThe ringgit strengthened to 4.2205 vs. the US dollar after the Fed held rates steady. Market watchers now await Bank Negara’s rate decision, with speculation of a preemptive cut to support economic growth. International NewsThe Trump administration plans to overhaul Biden’s AI chip export […]

Doctors Protest Drug Price Law | Trump’s Film Tariff Shake-Up | SEA Green Economy Surges

Malaysia’s doctors march for fairer policies, Trump’s film tariffs spark global backlash, and Southeast Asia’s green investments soar. Malaysia NewsMalaysia’s private doctors staged a rare protest in Putrajaya today, opposing the mandatory drug price display law under Act 723. The Malaysian Medical Association says the law misapplies retail rules to healthcare. Doctors submitted a memorandum […]

Malaysia Tightens Drug Price Transparency | Skechers’ US$9.42B Buyout | Asian Currencies Rally

Malaysia enforces medicine pricing laws, Skechers seals a record buyout deal, and Asian currencies strengthen as global markets react to the dollar’s decline. Malaysia NewsMalaysia has rolled out a landmark Medicine Price Transparency Mechanism, requiring all private healthcare providers and pharmacies to display drug prices. Effective May 1, the move aims to curb rising medical […]

Malaysia Eyes US Tariff Relief, Markets Dip Amid Trade Fears, Singapore’s PAP Triumphs

Tonight’s top stories: Anwar confirms early-stage US tariff talks, markets react to global trade jitters, and Singapore’s ruling party secures a sweeping election win. Malaysia News: Anwar Confirms Early-Stage US Tariff Talks Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the US is willing to continue tariff negotiations with Malaysia, offering hope for possible reductions. […]

Bursa’s Foreign Inflows Surge, Americans Eye Europe Post-Trump, Albanese’s Historic Win

This afternoon: Bursa Malaysia records RM853.8m foreign inflows, Trump’s re-election sparks US-to-EU migration spike, and Albanese secures a landmark second term in Australia. Malaysia News: Bursa Malaysia’s Foreign Buying Streak Hits RM853.8m Foreign investors extended their buying streak on Bursa Malaysia, with RM853.8 million in net inflows last week, marking a strong return of confidence. […]