Alam Flora Sdn. Bhd. was once again awarded with the BrandLaureate’s World Best Brands E-Branding Award 2021, for the Solid Waste Management Solutions category.
In an effort to ease the burden of those severely affected by the unfortunate recent flood, Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (DMSB) embarks on a special flood relief program as part of its initiatives to support its affected customers across Malaysia respectively.
The COVID-19 pandemic is continuing to exert pressure on all sectors of the economy; however, Malaysia’s rubber products remain dominant in the third quarter of 2021, allowing the industry to continue to thrive and contribute to the country's economy. Until October 2021, the overall exports of Rubber and Rubber Products increased by 70.7%, or about RM63.2 billion, as compared to RM37 billion within the same period in 2020.
The real estate sub-sector remained the largest contributor with RM20.1 billion; whereby global establishments, financial services, hotel and tourism as well as transport services have also recorded increases during the period.
According to the Malaysia Rubber Council (MRC), overall exports of rubber and rubber products increased by RM63.2 billion (70.7 percent) from RM37 billion in 2020 to RM63.2 billion in October 2021.
MMC’s ports and logistics division has benefited from a rebound in trade activities, the surge in pent-up demand and global port congestion since 2H2020
It said that it continues to like Mynews as an attractive proxy to the recovery theme, having yet to benefit from the full-fledged and sustained reopening of the economy, expected to take place next year.
Looking at transportation cost, non-fuel inflation is on a declining trend and is in fact down by -2.9%yoy, the largest contraction rate ever recorded in Nov-21.
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) through Technology Park Malaysia (TPM) will be mobilising several Malaysian drone companies to assist with relief efforts in flood-affected areas across the country.
The past 18 months have marked a turning point with a renewed focus for enterprises to reassess their governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) capabilities, in constantly evolving market conditions. A Deloitte survey found that 84% of financial services firms in Asia Pacific plan to enhance existing resilience plans with 88% reporting they were conducting or planning to conduct frequent simulation exercises.
Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) has mobilised its employees and public volunteers to support the flood relief efforts all across the Klang Valley, starting yesterday.
Sunway Property has recorded sales of RM 553 million in two months as a result of its “Always with You 2021” campaign that featured five of its newest developments designed for new norm living.
Energy prices will stabilize, as new production capacity comes online in key regions. This will reduce the pressure on consumers, interest rates, and corporations, and support capital markets.
On headline inflation, World Bank said that it is projected to moderate next year, with the base effect of the higher domestic retail fuel prices dissipating
The pandemic has added a new layer of complexity to travel and now is the time for Malaysian organisations to be reviewing in detail the potential risks, current updates and best practices to future-proof their business beyond COVID-19. Constantly evolving travel regulations and increased security and health risks mean that trips are now nine-times more likely to result in an evacuation. These findings were released by International SOS, the world's leading health and security services company with 12,000 clients worldwide.
As underprivileged Malaysians have more assistance to alleviate financial burdens; it is also equally vital they are equipped with the means to manage financial matters through life.
The MBR 2021 themed “Grow Your Energy Portfolio With Us” was virtually launched on 26 February 2021, with over 250 potential and existing investors streaming live from North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.