by Leni | Jul 31, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Vitrox Corporation Bhd (KL: VITROX) jumped after posting a stronger-than-expected quarter, prompting analysts to raise earnings forecasts and target prices. Robust demand for AI infrastructure, an expanding product pipeline, and tax incentives are expected to drive...
by Leni | Jul 31, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Budget 2026 matters for first-time home buyers because fiscal measures (stamp duty, RPGT, income tax reliefs, credit guarantees) and broader cost‑of‑living changes shape entry costs, financing capacity and market supply. Key points: the 100% stamp duty exemption for...
by Leni | Jul 24, 2026 | International, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Industries across ASEAN are entering a transformation driven by advanced manufacturing, infrastructure and sustainability goals, and industrial AI is emerging as a key enabler. Unlike consumer-focused AI, industrial AI blends physics-based simulation, engineering...
by Leni | Jul 22, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Rehda Institute has previewed its “Housing for All: Co-Creating a Needs‑Driven Framework,” urging Malaysia to adopt an evidence-based housing policy that is regularly reviewed to reflect shifting demographics, incomes and local market conditions ahead of...
by Leni | Jul 13, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
核心现况：降息未能阻止存款“内卷战”高息定存大战延续： 尽管马来西亚国家银行（国行）已于去年7月将隔夜政策利率（OPR）从3.00%下调至2.75%，但各大银行为了争夺客户资金，定期存款（FD）的高息竞争在今年下半年（2H26）依然白热化，预计这场“抢钱大战”将至少延续至2027年首季。 行业评级下调： 丰隆投资银行研究（HLIB Research）发布《2026年下半年银行业展望报告》，因缺乏强劲催化剂及外资流出，将大马银行业评级从“增持”下调至“中性”。 竞争白热化的原因与银行困境资金防御升级：...
by Leni | Jul 8, 2026 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Outlook for Malaysia’s property sector in 2H FY2026 is one of “cautious optimism.” Experts expect steady, demand-driven growth—mainly in affordable and mid-market housing, logistics, industrial and residential sectors—supported by infrastructure and growth corridors....
