Global Funds Turn Positive on Malaysia

Investors are being selective about their portfolio positioning amid inflamed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Within Asia, that has started to translate into renewed interest in markets like Malaysia, where relative stability, yield, and diversification are coming back into focus. But can…

How Global Shocks Are Driving Up Malaysia’s Food Prices

Malaysia’s food prices are under pressure as global tensions in West Asia disrupt fertiliser supplies and push up energy costs. How will these global shocks affect the prices of everyday essentials? We discuss these issues with Professor Datin Paduka Dr Fatimah Mohamed Arshad, Food Security Chair a…

Cuba at Political Crossroads Amid US Pressure

Even as the war in Iran continues with no clear end, President Donald Trump already has his sights on another country: Cuba. The island state is undergoing a severe energy crisis as a result of a US blockade on oil supplies to Havana. Why is Trump threatening to take over Cuba? We discuss Cuba-US r…

EV Momentum Picks Up in Malaysia

As countries grapple with rising pump prices resulting from the war in Iran, an unwitting beneficiary could be electric vehicles or EVs. What is the consumer appetite for EVs in the current economy and what policies could spur a higher take-up rate? We discuss the industry landscape with Datuk Denn…

Dire Straits For Oil Amid Hormuz Blockade

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed to traffic for over two weeks since the start of the US-Israel-Iran war and creating an unprecedented global energy crisis. What does a prolonged war mean for oil markets? We discuss the implications of the disruption in oil supply with Muyu Xu, Seni…

The Sabah Revenue Debate

The federal government has reaffirmed Sabah’s right to a 40% revenue share under MA63, but legal appeals, technical challenges, and political realities continue to complicate its implementation. Ariff Adi Putera Anwar from the Institute for Development Studies Sabah discusses this issue. The Fir…

The Malaysia-US ART That Fell Apart

The Malaysia-US Agreement for Reciprocal Trade (ART) is up in the air after the US Supreme Court struck down President Trump's tariffs in February. What lessons should Malaysia learn from negotiating the controversial deal? Trade expert Dr. Jayant Menon of the ISEAS Yusof Ishak Institute weighs in.…

Malaysia’s Political Realignment : Gearing Up For GE16

In recent days, Malaysia’s political landscape is entering a new phase of realignment as UMNO welcomes back prodigal members, MUDA has a new president and Perikatan Nasional has a new chairman. Azmi Hassan, senior fellow at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research, shares his views on how these…

Malaysia’s Car Loan Overhaul: Better For Us?

Malaysia’s vehicle financing landscape is undergoing a major shift with the implementation of the Hire Purchase (Amendment) Act 2026, which could be more favourable for car buyers going forward. Idham Idris, Director of Corporate Treasury Investment Services at Wealth Vantage Advisory, discusses ho…

Higher Oil Prices Squeeze Petrol Dealer Margins

Rising global oil prices, driven by ongoing Middle East tensions, threaten to push Malaysia’s RON95 fuel above the current subsidised rate of RM1.99 per litre. How will this impact consumers at the pump and the operations of petrol dealers? We speak with Dato’ Khairul Annuar Abdul Aziz, President, …