# bhd (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover bhd. Page: Feed: --- ## [Why Science Diplomacy Must Evolve Or Perish](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/why-science-diplomacy-must-evolve-or-perish/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-science-diplomacy-must-evolve-or-perish) _2026-08-23 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ By Professor Dato Dr Ahmad Ibrahim The world’s most intractable problems—a warming planet, the next pandemic, the fragility of our food and energy systems—are rooted in scientific challenges. The logic therefore follows that, the solutions must be cultivated in science. And if we tend that science together, across borders, we might just grow a more \[…\] ## [RAM Affirms AAA Ratings On PBAPP’s RM5 Billion IMTN](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/ram-affirms-aaa-ratings-on-pbapps-rm5-billion-imtn/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ram-affirms-aaa-ratings-on-pbapps-rm5-billion-imtn) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ RAM Ratings has affirmed the AAA/Stable rating of Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang Sdn Bhd’s (PBAPP or the Company) RM5 bil Islamic Medium-Term Notes (IMTN) Programme, reflecting the Company’s strategic role as Penang’s sole water operator, its close credit linkages to the state government and our expectations that extraordinary support is ‘almost certain’, if required. \[…\] ## [Canada To Match US Tariffs Dollar-For-Dollar Following Trade Talks Collapse](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/canada-to-match-us-tariffs-dollar-for-dollar-following-trade-talks-collapse/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canada-to-match-us-tariffs-dollar-for-dollar-following-trade-talks-collapse) _2026-08-23 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ Canada will impose dollar-for-dollar tariffs on selected US goods from Sept 8, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Saturday, after trade talks with Washington collapsed, further worsening relations between the two longtime trading partners. The retaliatory measures will target US steel, electronics, dairy products, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, as well as some goods \[…\] ## [Malaysians Urged To Avoid Travelling To Southern Thailand](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/malaysians-urged-to-avoid-travelling-to-southern-thailand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=malaysians-urged-to-avoid-travelling-to-southern-thailand) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Malaysia has issued an urgent travel advisory instructing citizens to avoid non-essential travel to southern Thailand following a wave of coordinated attacks across multiple border provinces. The warning comes after Thai security forces reported a series of violent incidents—including bomb explosions, car bombings, and arson attacks—striking key public areas across Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani.… ## [PN17 Listed TXCD Granted 6 Month Extension To Submit Regularisation Plan](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/pn17-listed-txcd-granted-6-month-extension-to-submit-regularisation-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pn17-listed-txcd-granted-6-month-extension-to-submit-regularisation-plan) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Practice Note 17 (PN17) company TXCD Berhad has secured approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad for a six-month extension to submit its revised regularisation plan. In a exchange filing made on behalf of the board by principal adviser Maybank Investment Bank Berhad, the company confirmed that Bursa Securities granted the extension via a letter dated \[…\] ## [LTAT Raises Direct Stake In Pharmaniaga Following 10 Million Share Acquisition](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/ltat-raises-direct-stake-in-pharmaniaga-following-10-million-share-acquisition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ltat-raises-direct-stake-in-pharmaniaga-following-10-million-share-acquisition) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Armed forces fund Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera (LTAT) has increased its direct stake in pharmaceutical group Pharmaniaga Berhad following a recent market transaction. According to a company disclosure filed with Bursa Malaysia on August 21, 2026, LTAT acquired 10,422,500 ordinary shares in Pharmaniaga through a direct transaction executed on August 20, 2026. The direct acquisition \[…\] ## [Budget 2027 To Tackle Cost Of Living, Attract More Investment – Fahmi](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/budget-2027-to-tackle-cost-of-living-attract-more-investment-fahmi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=budget-2027-to-tackle-cost-of-living-attract-more-investment-fahmi) _2026-08-23 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ The government will place greater emphasis on addressing cost-of-living issues more comprehensively in Budget 2027, while also stepping up efforts to attract domestic and international investment, said MADANI Government spokesman Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also Communications Minister, said preparations for the budget would take into account the unsettled global geopolitical situation,… ## [Zahid Backs FELDA Probe, Says Forensic Audits Needed For Solid Evidence](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/zahid-backs-felda-probe-says-forensic-audits-needed-for-solid-evidence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zahid-backs-felda-probe-says-forensic-audits-needed-for-solid-evidence) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said investigations into the Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) are being conducted thoroughly, including through forensic audits, to establish solid evidence against those responsible for any wrongdoing. He said the detailed investigations were necessary to ensure that any parties found to have caused losses or damage to \[…\] ## [Engtex Projected To Enjoy Healthy Quarters As Steel Demand Rises](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/engtex-projected-to-enjoy-healthy-quarters-as-steel-demand-rises/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=engtex-projected-to-enjoy-healthy-quarters-as-steel-demand-rises) _2026-08-23 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Engtex Group Bhd (Engtex) reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter FY2026 earnings, driven by recovering steel demand, higher delivery volumes and lower production costs, according to Kenanga Research. Excluding around RM4 million in exceptional items, Engtex’s 2QFY26 core net profit rose 60% quarter-on-quarter and 673% year-on-year to RM16 million. This brought first-half FY2026 core… ## [A Closed Landfill Still Has Neighbours](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/23/a-closed-landfill-still-has-neighbours/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-closed-landfill-still-has-neighbours) _2026-08-23 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ By Dr. Azizi Abu Bakar, Dr. Norli Anida Abdullah Malaysia is entering a strengthening El Niño, and the public conversation is about heat, haze and water supply. Almost nobody is asking what a long dry spell does to the ground we have already filled with waste. More than 170 closed landfills sit beneath this weather, \[…\] ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hp0yA5988gmY) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [Louis Vuitton Turns Its McGrath-Ghesquière Partnership Into Makeup](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/louis-vuitton-turns-its-mcgrath-ghesquiere-partnership-into-makeup/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=louis-vuitton-turns-its-mcgrath-ghesquiere-partnership-into-makeup) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ Louis Vuitton is bringing its fashion and beauty teams together for a new makeup collection. Makeup artist Pat McGrath and Louis Vuitton women’s artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière have created two limited-edition colour collections for La Beauté Louis Vuitton. The collaboration is part of the house’s 130th anniversary celebrations for its Monogram. It includes two collections, \[…\] ## [Hextar Healthcare 1H Loss Swells To RM12.5 Million On Poor Sales, High Operation Costs](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/hextar-healthcare-1h-loss-swells-to-rm12-5-million-on-poor-sale-high-operation-costs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hextar-healthcare-1h-loss-swells-to-rm12-5-million-on-poor-sale-high-operation-costs) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Hextar Healthcare recorded a revenue of RM30.2 million in the current quarter compared to RM39.2 million in the corresponding quarter ended 30 June 2025, a decrease of RM9.0 million or 22.9%. Loss after tax in the current quarter amounted to RM9.5 million compared to RM4.3 million in the corresponding period of the previous year, driven \[…\] ## [Jessica Simpson’s Story Is Coming To Netflix](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/jessica-simpsons-story-is-coming-to-netflix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jessica-simpsons-story-is-coming-to-netflix) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ More than 20 years after Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica put her personal life on television, Jessica Simpson is returning to the documentary format. Netflix has announced a feature documentary about Simpson’s life and career, with the film set to stream in 2027. BAFTA nominee Joe Pearlman will direct. Simpson first became a household name through \[…\] ## [Oppstar Share Price Rises Upon Selection For Malaysia-ARM Strategic Programme](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/oppstar-share-price-rises-upon-selection-for-malaysia-arm-strategic-programme/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oppstar-share-price-rises-upon-selection-for-malaysia-arm-strategic-programme) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Oppstar Bhd shares rose more than 7% on Friday after the technology company announced that it had been selected for a strategic programme involving the Malaysian government and Arm Ltd. The counter climbed to RM0.72 during the session before paring some of its gains to close at the same level. Oppstar said it had received \[…\] ## [Ahmad Zaki Lists Of Winding Up Petition Accumulates With Latest From TKH Industrial](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/ahmad-zaki-lists-of-winding-up-petition-accumulates-with-latest-from-tkh-industrial/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ahmad-zaki-lists-of-winding-up-petition-accumulates-with-latest-from-tkh-industrial) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Ahmad Zaki Resources Bhd is hit with another winding up petition to its wholly-owned subsidiary over an alleged outstanding debt of RM407,753.55. AZRB said the petition was filed by TKH Industrial Supply Sdn Bhd with the High Court of Malaya on Aug 18, 2026 and subsequently served on AZSB on Aug 20. According to the \[…\] ## [Close Watch For Clues At Jackson Hole](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/close-watch-for-clues-at-jackson-hole/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=close-watch-for-clues-at-jackson-hole) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Standard Chartered expects US bond yields to remain rangebound as the US Treasury seeks to contain rising borrowing costs, while a softer US dollar could provide further support for gold and equities. In a strategy commentary by Rajat Bhattacharya and Sundeep Gantor, the bank said US bond markets had reached a “pain threshold” for the \[…\] ## [Indonesia’s East Kalimantan Reports Record 11,869 Wildfire Hotspots](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/indonesias-east-kalimantan-reports-record-11869-wildfire-hotspots/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=indonesias-east-kalimantan-reports-record-11869-wildfire-hotspots) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency has urged stronger wildfire prevention and response measures in East Kalimantan after detecting 11,869 hotspots across the province from Aug. 1-21, 2026. “There were 11,869 hotspots detected in East Kalimantan by BMKG during Aug. 1-21,” Huda Abshor Mukhsinin, head of BMKG Balikpapan Station’s data and information team, said here \[…\] ## [Techbond Should Stay Resilient Amid Foreign Exchange Risks](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/techbond-should-stay-resilient-amid-foreign-exchange-risks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=techbond-should-stay-resilient-amid-foreign-exchange-risks) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ RHB Research has maintained its BUY recommendation on Techbond Group Bhd while raising its target price to RM0.37 from RM0.36, implying about 32% upside from its current market price and an estimated FY27 dividend yield of around 3%. RHB said Techbond’s FY2026 results were in line with expectations, with core profit growth underpinned by strategic \[…\] ## [14 Areas In Three States To Brace For Thunderstorms And Heavy Rain](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/14-areas-in-three-states-to-brace-for-thunderstorms-and-heavy-rain/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=14-areas-in-three-states-to-brace-for-thunderstorms-and-heavy-rain) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ A thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of Kelantan, Sarawak and Sabah, with thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds expected until 7 pm today. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) issued the warning at 3:45 pm, and it covers Gua Musang and Jeli in Kelantan. In Sarawak, affected areas are Sibu, Sarikei, Tatau in Bintulu, \[…\] ## [Soft Start For Cheeding Holdings As Projects Still At Early Stage](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/soft-start-for-cheeding-holdings-as-projects-still-at-early-stage/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=soft-start-for-cheeding-holdings-as-projects-still-at-early-stage) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Cheeding Holdings Berhad reported a core net profit (CNP) of RM7 million for the first quarter of financial year 2027 (1QFY27), which Kenanga Research said was within expectations and accounted for 22% of its full-year forecast. After adjusting for about RM0.2 million in exceptional items, the group’s quarterly CNP declined 25% quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q), mainly due \[…\] ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YHFa6rTVTgk7) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Foreign Worker Salaries Application Completely Online, Walk-Ins Not Accepted](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/foreign-worker-salaries-application-completely-online-walk-ins-not-accepted/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=foreign-worker-salaries-application-completely-online-walk-ins-not-accepted) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ Applications to recruit foreign workers are now fully processed online through the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System (FWCMS), with manual submissions and walk-in applications no longer accepted from today. The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) said the move is intended to reduce repeated visits to government offices, shorten waiting times and make the application process \[…\] ## [FBM KLCI Expansion Set To Benefit Banks, Utilities And Large-Cap Stocks](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/fbm-klci-expansion-set-to-benefit-banks-utilities-and-large-cap-stocks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fbm-klci-expansion-set-to-benefit-banks-utilities-and-large-cap-stocks) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ The planned expansion of the FTSE Bursa Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Composite Index (FBM KLCI) from 30 to 50 constituents is expected to reduce the impact of portfolio rebalancing while benefiting selected banks, utilities and large-cap stocks, according to Kenanga Research. In a report, Kenanga Research said the implementation details for the enhanced FBM KLCI include \[…\] ## [Tesla, Chinese Automakers Conduct Record Recall About 4.3 Million Vehicles Over Door Handle Concerns](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/tesla-chinese-automakers-conduct-record-recall-about-4-3-million-vehicles-over-door-handle-concerns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tesla-chinese-automakers-conduct-record-recall-about-4-3-million-vehicles-over-door-handle-concerns) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Tesla and eight other automakers said on Friday (Aug 21) they will recall a total of about 4.3 million vehicles in China over concerns that doors may be difficult to open in an emergency, marking the country’s largest automotive recall. The recall remedies range from software updates to warning labels and improved markings around door \[…\] ## [Ringgit Rallies As Fiscal Concerns Weigh On Greenback, Expected To Hold At 4.06](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/ringgit-rallies-as-fiscal-concerns-weigh-on-greenback-expected-to-hold-at-4-06/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ringgit-rallies-as-fiscal-concerns-weigh-on-greenback-expected-to-hold-at-4-06) _2026-08-22 · Editor · BusinessToday_ The ringgit strengthened sharply against the US dollar, rising to RM4.045 from RM4.086 last Friday, as concerns over US fiscal strains and softer expectations for Federal Reserve policy weighed on the greenback, according to Kenanga. Kenanga said the US dollar’s direction is increasingly being driven by fiscal concerns rather than expectations of a more hawkish \[…\] ## [TikTok Agrees US$400 Million Settlement Over US Children’s Privacy Lawsuit](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/tiktok-agrees-us400-million-settlement-over-us-childrens-privacy-lawsuit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tiktok-agrees-us400-million-settlement-over-us-childrens-privacy-lawsuit) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have agreed to pay US$400 million to settle a US Justice Department lawsuit over alleged violations of children’s online privacy laws. TikTok will pay US$300 million immediately, with the remaining US$100 million due after a court dismisses an earlier consent decree involving its predecessor, Musical.ly, the department said. The \[…\] ## [10 Sarawak Areas Record Unhealthy API Readings Amid Haze](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/10-sarawak-areas-record-unhealthy-api-readings-amid-haze/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-sarawak-areas-record-unhealthy-api-readings-amid-haze) _2026-08-22 · BusinessToday · BusinessToday_ Haze conditions in Sarawak remain a concern, with 10 areas recording unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 7:30 am today. Serian recorded the highest reading at 191, followed by Kuching at 181, Samarahan (178), Sri Aman (174) and Sarikei (171), according to the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). Elsewhere in the \[…\] ## [Chip Rally Lifts South Korea’s Kospi 60.37 Points But Kosdaq Tumbles 4.63%](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/chip-rally-lifts-south-koreas-kospi-60-37-points-but-kosdaq-tumbles-4-63/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chip-rally-lifts-south-koreas-kospi-60-37-points-but-kosdaq-tumbles-4-63) _2026-08-22 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ South Korean stocks ended mixed on Aug 21, with the benchmark Kospi rising 60.37 points, or 0.88%, to 6,912.95, as heavyweight chipmakers rallied on expectations of large-scale shareholder return programmes. The tech-heavy Kosdaq, however, plunged 4.63% to 801.94. Samsung Electronics climbed 3.87% to 281,500 won, while SK hynix advanced 2.31% to 1.73 million won, helping \[…\] ## [Hong Kong Stocks Reclaim 26,000 As Hang Seng Jumps 310.97 Points](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/hong-kong-stocks-reclaim-26000-as-hang-seng-jumps-310-97-points/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hong-kong-stocks-reclaim-26000-as-hang-seng-jumps-310-97-points) _2026-08-22 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ Hong Kong stocks closed firmly higher on Aug 21, with the Hang Seng Index surging 310.97 points, or 1.21%, to 26,009.46, reclaiming the 26,000 level and extending its winning streak to a fifth session. The Hang Seng Tech Index climbed 1.40% to 4,766.16, while the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index gained 1.01% to 8,634.34. The \[…\] ## [Singapore Stocks End Trading Week Higher As STI Gains 0.3%](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/singapore-stocks-end-trading-week-higher-as-sti-gains-0-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=singapore-stocks-end-trading-week-higher-as-sti-gains-0-3) _2026-08-22 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ Singapore stocks closed higher on Aug 21, with the benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) gaining 17.05 points, or 0.3%, to 5,688.96, as buying in the local banks helped lift the market. All three banking heavyweights advanced. DBS rose 0.2% to S$76, OCBC gained 0.7% to S$30.98, while UOB climbed 0.8% to S$40.53. City Developments led \[…\] ## [Wall Street Rebounds But Ends Week Lower](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/22/wall-street-rebounds-but-ends-week-lower/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wall-street-rebounds-but-ends-week-lower) _2026-08-22 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ Wall Street closed higher on Aug 21, but the rebound was not enough to erase weekly losses, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq snapping three-week winning streaks while the Dow posted a second straight weekly decline. According to Reuters, the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 520.93 points, or 0.99%, to 53,280.14, while the S&P 500 \[…\] ## [Stocks ranked by what execs say (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/X20gap2r0He8) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Evidence-backed watchlists from earnings calls and filings, cited to real transcripts—not guesses. ## [Sunway Construction Accepts RM1 Billion Engineering Contract From US Tech Giant](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/sunway-construction-accepts-rm1-billion-engineering-contract-from-us-tech-giant/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sunway-construction-accepts-rm1-billion-engineering-contract-from-us-tech-giant) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Sunway Construction Group Berhad has accepted two work order contracts totaling RM1.044 billion from a United States-headquartered multinational technology company. The work orders were accepted on August 21, 2026. Under the scope of the agreement, SunCon is tasked with providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing fit-out works across two designated projects. Operational activities are set to… ## [FBG Seeks Amicable Exit From Medi-City Development In Batu Kawan](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/fbg-seeks-amicable-exit-from-medi-city-development-in-batu-kawan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fbg-seeks-amicable-exit-from-medi-city-development-in-batu-kawan) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ FBG Holdings Bhd said its wholly-owned subsidiary, FBG Land Sdn Bhd, has notified the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) of its intention to amicably cease collaboration and reach an orderly conclusion to the proposed Medi-City development in Batu Kawan, Penang. The turnkey contractor and property developer said FBG Land has initiated discussions with PDC on the \[…\] ## [Mah Sing Unit Elite Park Appeals Against 2019 Civil Suit](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/mah-sing-unit-elite-park-appeals-against-2019-civil-suit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mah-sing-unit-elite-park-appeals-against-2019-civil-suit) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Mah Sing Group Bhd said its wholly-owned subsidiary Elite Park Development Sdn Bhd has filed a notice of appeal against a High Court decision in a civil suit involving three defendants. The company said Elite Park Development, the plaintiff in the case, filed the Notice of Appeal on Aug 21, 2026 through its solicitors. The \[…\] ## [Iran President Calls To End War Now In Position Of “Power And Dignity”](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/iran-president-calls-to-end-war-now-in-position-of-power-and-dignity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iran-president-calls-to-end-war-now-in-position-of-power-and-dignity) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday that it is better to end the war now as Iran is in a position of “power and dignity.” Pezeshkian made the remarks at the 31st General Assembly of the Islamic Association of the Iranian Medical Society in the capital Tehran, where he stressed that the war with \[…\] ## [KPJ Healthcare Managing Director Chin Keat Chyuan Resigns](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/kpj-healthcare-managing-director-chin-keat-chyuan-resigns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kpj-healthcare-managing-director-chin-keat-chyuan-resigns) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ KPJ Healthcare Bhd managing director and president Mr Chin Keat Chyuan will resign from his position effective Sept 1, 2026, to pursue other interests. Following his departure, Prof Dato’ Dr Hanafiah Harunarashid, KPJ Healthcare’s chief medical director, will assume the role of officer-in-charge effective Sept 1, pending the appointment of a new president and managing \[…\] ## [TalentCorp Approved 495 From 774 Medical Expert Returning Application Since 2011, Says Will Improve Process](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/talentcorp-approved-495-from-774-medical-expert-returning-application-since-2011-says-will-improve-process/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=talentcorp-approved-495-from-774-medical-expert-returning-application-since-2011-says-will-improve-process) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Talent Corporation Malaysia Bhd said it will review the application pathway under its Returning Expert Programme for Malaysian healthcare professionals following the direction of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to improve the process for Malaysians seeking to return and contribute their expertise to the country. TalentCorp said the review would focus on the application \[…\] ## [IJM Says Viral Lorry Fire Not On LEKAS](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/ijm-says-viral-lorry-fire-not-on-lekas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ijm-says-viral-lorry-fire-not-on-lekas) _2026-08-21 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Highway owner of the Kajang–Seremban Highway (LEKAS) clarified that a lorry fire incident that went viral on social media did not occur on the LEKAS highway as previously reported. In a statement, LEKAS said the incident on Aug 21 took place near the exit from the Sungai Long Toll Plaza towards the LEKAS highway at \[…\] ## [AEON Malaysia 1H26 PAT Rises 21.8% To RM97.9 Million Despite Softer Revenue](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/aeon-malaysia-1h26-pat-rises-21-8-to-rm97-9-million-despite-softer-revenue/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aeon-malaysia-1h26-pat-rises-21-8-to-rm97-9-million-despite-softer-revenue) _2026-08-21 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ AEON Co (M) Bhd (AEON Malaysia) posted a 21.8% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) to RM97.9 million for 1H26, despite revenue easing 0.3% to RM2.24 billion, supported by stronger property management contributions and disciplined cost management. Retail revenue for the six months ended June 30 declined 1.1% to RM1.83 billion as cautious consumers \[…\] ## [Sarawak Plantation Declares 7.5 Sen Dividend As 1H26 PAT Rises 25.1% To RM62.7 Million](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/sarawak-plantation-declares-7-5-sen-dividend-as-1h26-pat-rises-25-1-to-rm62-7-million/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sarawak-plantation-declares-7-5-sen-dividend-as-1h26-pat-rises-25-1-to-rm62-7-million) _2026-08-21 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ Sarawak Plantation Bhd declared a second interim dividend of 7.5 sen per share after profit after tax (PAT) for 1H26 rose 25.1% year-on-year to RM62.7 million from RM50.1 million. Revenue for the six months ended June 30, however, slipped to RM252.5 million from RM266.5 million a year earlier. For 2Q26, revenue increased to RM147.3 million \[…\] ## [Bus Cap Posts RM5.8 Million Normalised PAT In 1H26, Eyes EV Expansion With BYD](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/bus-cap-posts-rm5-8-million-normalised-pat-in-1h26-eyes-ev-expansion-with-byd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bus-cap-posts-rm5-8-million-normalised-pat-in-1h26-eyes-ev-expansion-with-byd) _2026-08-21 · Business Today Editorial · BusinessToday_ ACE Market-listed Bus Cap Bhd recorded normalised profit after tax (PAT) of RM5.8 million for 1H26 on revenue of RM46.23 million, as bus manufacturing remained the group’s main earnings engine. Bus manufacturing contributed RM45.16 million, or 97.7% of first-half revenue, while repair and maintenance services added RM1.07 million. The normalised PAT excludes RM1.2 million in \[…\] ## [Insidious 6 Is Surprisingly Good, And I Really Didn’t Expect That](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/21/insidious-6-is-surprisingly-good-and-i-really-didnt-expect-that/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=insidious-6-is-surprisingly-good-and-i-really-didnt-expect-that) _2026-08-20 · Shahrizal · BusinessToday_ There is something oddly satisfying about a horror franchise reaching its sixth instalment and somehow still finding another corner of its mythology to explore. Because yes, Insidious: Out of the Further is the sixth Insidious movie, and yes, we are still going back into the Further. But this time, we aren’t following the Lambert family. \[…\] ## [Tencent Expands Wechat Pay In Southeast Asia With ShopeePay Tie Up](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/tencent-expands-wechat-pay-in-southeast-asia-with-shopeepay-tie-up/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tencent-expands-wechat-pay-in-southeast-asia-with-shopeepay-tie-up) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Tencent’s cross-border payment platform TenPay Global announced a cooperation initiative with ShopeePay on Thursday, enabling users of the popular e-wallet in Southeast Asia to pay directly by scanning WeChat Pay QR codes. The service will initially be available to ShopeePay users in Singapore and Thailand, before expanding to Malaysia, Vietnam and the Philippines in the \[…\] ## [LBS Bina Declares 0.85 sen Dividend As 2QFY26 PATMI Comes In At RM15 Million](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/lbs-bina-declares-0-85-sen-dividend-as-2qfy26-patmi-comes-in-at-rm15-million/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lbs-bina-declares-0-85-sen-dividend-as-2qfy26-patmi-comes-in-at-rm15-million) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ LBS Bina Group Berhad released its second quarter results recording revenue of RM340.5 million, an increase of 9.9% from RM309.8 million in the corresponding quarter last year, while profit after tax and minority interests (“PATMI”) stood at RM15.1 million. The property development segment remained the Group’s core revenue contributor, generating revenue of RM293.1 million and \[…\] ## [7-Eleven 2Q PAT Down 60% To RM8 Million, On Heavy Upfront Investment](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/7-eleven-2q-pat-down-60-to-rm8-million-on-heavy-upfront-investment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=7-eleven-2q-pat-down-60-to-rm8-million-on-heavy-upfront-investment) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ 7-Eleven Malaysia recorded Revenue of RM883.6m for 2Q 2026, an increase of RM78.0m or +9.7% as compared to RM805.6m in the corresponding quarter last year. This growth was primarily driven by the net addition of 125 new stores, complemented by public holidays in the current quarter that lifted APSD and basket size. As a result, \[…\] ## [DNeX To Dispose FPSO Excalibur For RM142 Million To MISC](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/dnex-to-dispose-fpso-excalibur-for-rm142-million-to-misc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dnex-to-dispose-fpso-excalibur-for-rm142-million-to-misc) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Dagang NeXchange Bhd (DNeX) is disposing of the FPSO Excalibur floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel to MISC Bhd for US$35 million (RM142.19 million) in cash as the group seeks to optimise capital allocation amid changes in the UK offshore energy sector. DNeX said its wholly-owned subsidiary Ping Petroleum UK plc (PPUK), which is \[…\] ## [Shangri-La Hotels Malaysia Renews Rasa Ria, Dalit Bay Agreement For Another 5 Years](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/shangri-la-hotels-malaysia-renews-rasa-ria-dalit-bay-agreement-for-another-5-years/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shangri-la-hotels-malaysia-renews-rasa-ria-dalit-bay-agreement-for-another-5-years) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Shangri-La Hotels (Malaysia) Bhd has renewed the management arrangements for its Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa and Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club in Tuaran, Sabah, under new five-year agreements with Shangri-La Hotel Management (MY) Pte Ltd (SLMY). SHMB said its 75%-owned subsidiary, Pantai Dalit Beach Resort Sdn Bhd (PDBR), and PDBR’s wholly-owned subsidiary, \[…\] ## [Bursa Reprimands Hua Yang Over Share Buyback Breach](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/bursa-reprimands-hua-yang-over-share-buyback-breach/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bursa-reprimands-hua-yang-over-share-buyback-breach) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has publicly reprimanded Hua Yang Bhd for breaching listing rules after the property developer bought back 4.48 million of its own shares through a direct business transaction instead of on the open market. Bursa Malaysia Securities said Hua Yang breached Main Market Listing Requirements which requires listed companies to ensure that \[…\] ## [Malakoff Says GE Entities Withdraw Third Party Claim In Prai Power Arbitration](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/malakoff-says-ge-entities-withdraw-third-party-claim-in-prai-power-arbitration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=malakoff-says-ge-entities-withdraw-third-party-claim-in-prai-power-arbitration) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Malakoff Corporation Bhd said the General Electric entities involved in a long-running arbitration over the Prai Power Plant have withdrawn their third-party claim against the group. The company said the withdrawal followed the issuance of a Partial Final Award in favour of Prai Power Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Malakoff, in the arbitration \[…\] ## [IJM Clarifies Treasury Shares Resale Was Conducted Through Bursa Open Market](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/ijm-clarifies-treasury-shares-resale-was-conducted-through-bursa-open-market/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ijm-clarifies-treasury-shares-resale-was-conducted-through-bursa-open-market) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ IJM Corporation Bhd has clarified that the resale of its treasury shares was carried out through open-market transactions on Bursa Malaysia. The clarification follows an article published concerning the resale of the company’s treasury shares. In a statement, IJM said the transactions were effected through the open market on Bursa Malaysia in accordance with Paragraph \[…\] ## [Xeraya Capital Begins Review Following Khazanah Concerns](https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2026/08/20/xeraya-capital-begins-review-following-khazanah-concerns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=xeraya-capital-begins-review-following-khazanah-concerns) _2026-08-20 · Editor · BusinessToday_ Xeraya Capital Sdn Bhd has initiated a review of matters highlighted by its shareholder Khazanah Nasional Bhd, pledging to strengthen its governance and oversight processes in response to concerns raised by the sovereign wealth fund. In a statement, Xeraya Capital’s board said it formally acknowledged the statement issued by Khazanah on Aug 20 and was \[…\]