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2 days ago · JOHOR BARU: K. Muniady, a managing director of a consulting services company, is facing a grim reality. With the new RM1,700 minimum wage order in effect since yesterday (Feb 1), his small consulting firm, which employs more than five workers, is struggling to keep up with rising costs. The company's monthly payroll is expected to surge, while its monthly revenue remains stagnant. "This ...

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2 days ago · KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia is expected to see increased trading activity, driven by improved sentiment in regional and global markets as investors gear up for post-festive bargain hunting, said an analyst.

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HERE are two ways employers will respond to the latest minimum wage law that took effect on Feb 1, raising the basic monthly pay from RM1,500 to RM1,700 for bottom-grade workers: gripe in resignation over tough personnel restructuring or exhilarate …

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign investors continued to sell equities on Bursa Malaysia for the 15th consecutive week.

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign investors continued their selling streak on Bursa Malaysia, recording a net outflow of RM1.33 billion for the week ended Jan 17.

Jan 21, 2025 · KLANG: The government has announced it will no longer offer highway toll exemptions for festive occasions starting this year.

Jan 17, 2025 · KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s economy is expected to grow at a pace of 4.6 per cent this year, driven by increased domestic spending and investment, alongside continued expansion in external trade, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.