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The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is expected to deliver a dividend rate of between 6.3 per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2025, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is expected to deliver a dividend rate of between 6.3 per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2025, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
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EPF dividend seen at 6.3-6.5 per cent for 2025 - Economist
KUALA LUMPUR - The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is expected to deliver a dividend rate of between...
Having two incomes is no longer a guaranteed shield against financial strain. Households built around dual salaries face growing exposure to rising living costs and economic shocks.
Having two incomes is no longer a guaranteed shield against financial strain. Households built around dual salaries face growing exposure to rising living costs and economic shocks.
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Why dual income doesn’t always mean financial security
HAVING two incomes is no longer a guaranteed shield against financial strain. Households built...
The ringgit climbed to a fresh high of 3.8995 against the US dollar on Thursday, hovering near its strongest level in almost eight years. Photo for illustrative purposes only.
The ringgit climbed to a fresh high of 3.8995 against the US dollar on Thursday, hovering near its strongest level in almost eight years. Photo for illustrative purposes only.
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Ringgit hits near eight-year high of 3.89 vs USD
KUALA LUMPUR - The ringgit climbed to a fresh high of 3.8995 against the US dollar on Thursday,...
An economist has warned the government to focus on the people’s pockets, as data shows that wages remain low despite the country’s strong economic position. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
An economist has warned the government to focus on the people’s pockets, as data shows that wages remain low despite the country’s strong economic position. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
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Economy doing well but wages remain low, economist says
SHAH ALAM - An economist has warned the government to focus on the people’s pockets, as data shows...
The government is expected to generate annual savings of between RM10 billion and RM12 billion after foreign nationals are no longer allowed to benefit from subsidised items such as packet cooking oil and RON95 petrol.
The government is expected to generate annual savings of between RM10 billion and RM12 billion after foreign nationals are no longer allowed to benefit from subsidised items such as packet cooking oil and RON95 petrol.
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Subsidy restrictions on foreigners may yield up to RM12 billion in savings
SHAH ALAM – The government is expected to generate annual savings of between RM10 billion and RM12...
At 8 am, the local currency traded at 3.9130/9230 versus the greenback, up from Wednesday’s close of 3.9175/9235.
At 8 am, the local currency traded at 3.9130/9230 versus the greenback, up from Wednesday’s close of 3.9175/9235.
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Ringgit rises to 3.9130 vs greenback on strong fundamentals
KUALA LUMPUR - The ringgit opened marginally firmer against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by...
At 8am today, the ringgit was traded at 3.9650/9750 against the US dollar, compared with 3.9615/9670 at Monday’s close.
At 8am today, the ringgit was traded at 3.9650/9750 against the US dollar, compared with 3.9615/9670 at Monday’s close.
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Ringgit hits fresh 2018 high of 3.9540 against US dollar, extends uptrend
KUALA LUMPUR - The ringgit traded at 3.9540 against the US dollar at the lunch break, marking a...
An employee displays gold bars at a store of the Korea Gold Exchange in Seoul on January 26, 2026. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)
An employee displays gold bars at a store of the Korea Gold Exchange in Seoul on January 26, 2026. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)
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Gold could surpass RM700 per gram in Malaysia as ringgit continues to strengthen
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia’s gold price is on track to surpass RM700 per gram going forward,...
The ringgit last traded at a similar level on May 24, 2018, when it touched RM3.9797 against the greenback.
The ringgit last traded at a similar level on May 24, 2018, when it touched RM3.9797 against the greenback.
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Ringgit opens near seven-year high on steady OPR
KUALA LUMPUR - The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar on Monday, hovering near its...
As Malaysia enters 2026, the job market landscape and wage map are increasingly revealing the reality that not all states are moving at the same pace. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
As Malaysia enters 2026, the job market landscape and wage map are increasingly revealing the reality that not all states are moving at the same pace. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
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KL, Selangor, Penang still lead wages, but new states are rising in 2026
SHAH ALAM - As Malaysia enters 2026, the job market landscape and wage map are increasingly...
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Garments are priced between RM60 and RM280, depending on the fabric and design, using materials such as cotton poplin, Maserati, viscose, satin and tencel satin. - Bernama photo
Garments are priced between RM60 and RM280, depending on the fabric and design, using materials such as cotton poplin, Maserati, viscose, satin and tencel satin. - Bernama photo
Batik stamping in Felda Hutan Percha: From village course to thriving craft
Frequently using the Gemini Pro and Flow applications to produce AI-generated works, the Johorian features visuals of herself with her cat character named Pumpkin as the main focus of her content, attracting fans of the adorable feline. - Photo source: Fikri Jalil and Rith Radzi via Bernama
Frequently using the Gemini Pro and Flow applications to produce AI-generated works, the Johorian features visuals of herself with her cat character named Pumpkin as the main focus of her content, attracting fans of the adorable feline. - Photo source: Fikri Jalil and Rith Radzi via Bernama
AI-generated Raya cards increasingly popular among netizens
Nearly three in four nine-month-old babies in the United Kingdom have at least some screen time each day, a study has found. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
Nearly three in four nine-month-old babies in the United Kingdom have at least some screen time each day, a study has found. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pixabay
Nearly three-quarters of UK infants have daily screen time - Study
Previously, State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said the single-use plastic ban took effect this month, but full enforcement will only begin after the six-month transition period. - File photo
Previously, State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said the single-use plastic ban took effect this month, but full enforcement will only begin after the six-month transition period. - File photo
30 per cent of Perak consumers begin bringing reusable bags while shopping
Painting murals comes with its own set of challenges, and for Muhammad Riduan, one of the most challenging and memorable experiences he encountered was completing a mural on a circular structure. - Bernama photo
Painting murals comes with its own set of challenges, and for Muhammad Riduan, one of the most challenging and memorable experiences he encountered was completing a mural on a circular structure. - Bernama photo
The muralist who once looked down on mural art
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Muslims in Malaysia celebrate Aidilfitri on Saturday
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama photo
Harimau Malaya handed 3-0 defeats to Nepal, Vietnam in Asian Cup Qualifiers
FAM said it will submit a written request to obtain the grounds of the decision from the AFC Disciplinary and Ethics Committee before considering the next course of action regarding the matter. - Bernama file photo
FAM said it will submit a written request to obtain the grounds of the decision from the AFC Disciplinary and Ethics Committee before considering the next course of action regarding the matter. - Bernama file photo
Sarawak announces additional public holiday for Aidilfitri
The Sarawak State Government has announced that an additional public holiday will be observed in conjunction with this year’s Aidilfitri celebration. - Bernama file photo
The Sarawak State Government has announced that an additional public holiday will be observed in conjunction with this year’s Aidilfitri celebration. - Bernama file photo
Hamzah rules out return to Muhyiddin camp as he asserts majority support
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Man allegedly punches and slaps wife after being asked to buy ‘ayam gepuk’
A woman was assaulted by her husband simply for asking him to buy 'ayam gepuk' due to a craving at a flat on Jalan Ikan Ayu, Cheras.
A woman was assaulted by her husband simply for asking him to buy 'ayam gepuk' due to a craving at a flat on Jalan Ikan Ayu, Cheras.
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