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Bank Negara likely to keep OPR at 2.75% in 2026 despite US Fed rate cuts
KUALA LUMPUR: Analysts have expected Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to maintain the benchmark rate at 2.75 per cent in 2026 despite the United States central bank’s latest rate cut. Read […]
Dollar stumbles as dovish Fed tempts bears
SINGAPORE: The dollar fell out of favour on Thursday after the Federal Reserve delivered a less hawkish outlook than some had anticipated, giving investors confidence to short the currency as […]
China’s ZTE may pay more than US$1bil to the US over foreign bribery allegations, sources say
CHINESE telecom equipment maker ZTE Corp may pay more than $1 billion to the U.S. government to resolve years-old allegations of foreign bribery, according to two people familiar with the […]
Trump plans envision major U.S. investment in Russia, restoring oil flows to Europe, WSJ says
MOSCOW, Dec 11 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan for peace in Ukraine includes proposals to restore Russian energy flows to Europe, major U.S. investment in Russian rare earths […]
Bangladesh to announce national election date on December 11
DHAKA, Dec 11 (Reuters) – Bangladesh’s Election Commission will announce on Thursday the date of parliamentary elections scheduled for February, a commission official said, after a student-led uprising toppled Prime […]
Tie-up with varsity to boost forest protection in Sarawak
KUCHING: The Sarawak Forest Department will work with the Enforcement, Leadership and Management University (Elmu) to strengthen the capacity of its enforcement officers and improve forest protection. Read full story […]
Over 3,600 illegal dumpsites shut down nationwide in 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: More than 3,600 illegal dumpsites across the country have been shut down this year, with over 1,500 tonnes of rubbish cleared, says Nga Kor Ming. Read full story […]
Reports not ready, so new court date set for DUI case involving cop’s death
SEREMBAN: Jan 16 has been fixed for mention of the case involving a 26-year-old lorry attendant accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and causing an accident that claimed […]
Johor-KL ETS route officially launched
JOHOR BARU: The long-awaited Electric Train Service (ETS) between Johor Baru and Kuala Lumpur has been launched. Read full story Date: 11 December, 2025 2:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
FBM KLCI ticks up as analysts see range-bound trading ahead
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI climbed at midday as investors digested the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut and firmer regional signals. Read full story Date: 11 December, 2025 1:00 pm […]