Palm Oil Prices: How High If the US-Iran War Continues?

Palm oil is already up about 11% this year. But with a US-Iran conflict reshaping energy economics, Indonesia redirecting supply into biofuels, and an 82% chance of El Niño on the horizon, where do prices go from here?  Tune in to find out:  The worst-case price scenario: What is behind the RM5,…

Unpacking Malaysia's Business Confidence Slump

The RAM Business Confidence Index fell by a sizable amount in the first quarter of 2026. What does that tell us about where the Malaysian economy is heading, and when will sentiment translate to real economic pain?  We discuss: Reading the Index: How is it measured, and what does a broad-based d…

Unpacking the Fall of Brand America and the Rise of Brand China

For the first time, Brand China has overtaken Brand America in global perception. What does that mean for businesses and consumers? We discuss: The Research: How consumers across 30 countries are reassessing their trust in major world powers and what two major global studies reveal about the spe…

Tax in 2026: What Businesses Must Watch

Malaysia's tax collection hit a record RM204 billion in 2025, but what does that mean for businesses navigating an increasingly watchful compliance environment? TraTax's Thenesh Kannaa looks at what is driving the surge in tax revenue, from e-invoicing and digitalisation to the stamp duty voluntar…

The New Energy Playbook: Security Over Climate

Energy policies have shifted worldwide. Reliability and security are now the primary drivers of investment decisions, replacing long-term climate goals as the defining factors for what gets built and funded. We discuss:  The Policy Pivot: How the global focus has shifted from climate goals to se…

Is 19th Century Accounting Why the ‘Bad Guy’ Wins in Capitalism?

Is modern corporate law rigged to reward the “bad guy” in business? While we often blame greed, the real culprit might be a 150 year old legal straightjacket that forces leaders to prioritise short term returns over long term stability. According to Jason Piper of ACCA, these  19th century rules c…

Are We Setting Middle Managers Up to Fail?

Middle managers are often called the "heart" of the organisation, but in reality, they have become the ultimate corporate shock absorbers. As executives demand hyper-efficiency and employees demand empathy, mid-level leaders are being pushed to the breaking point.  With AI threatening to flatten c…

Malaysia's Water Crisis Is Coming for the Bottom Line

Malaysia is facing a growing water crisis that extends far beyond dry taps and household rationing. For businesses, water insecurity is emerging as a serious operational, financial and economic risk. According to the World Bank, climate change could shave up to 8.3% off Malaysia’s GDP by 2050 in a …

A Permanent US-Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Oil Prices Down

The effects of the US-Iran conflict are felt around the world. Businesses are absorbing higher input costs while consumers face a higher cost of living. But even if a permanent peace agreement is secured, we may be looking at a higher-for-longer oil price situation.  Cedric Chehab, Chief Economist…

Could You Be Malaysia's Next EY Entrepreneur Of The Year?

After 25 years in Malaysia, the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Malaysia programme is no longer just a prestigious award. It's a strategic advantage and defining opportunity for every nominee, not just the winners. We discuss: EY's globally standardised framework, which measures what actually matte…