In today’s episode, we track a wave of bold corporate shifts, evolving policy signals, and rising global tensions. From Genting’s privatization bid to AI chip crackdowns and energy megadeals, the week reveals a balancing act between domestic momentum and external risks.
Malaysian Corporate & Market Developments
💼 Genting Moves to Privatize Genting MalaysiaOffer crosses 50% threshold, making delisting likely as parent aims for streamlined control and structure.
🛢️ Petronas & ENI Form $15B Upstream JVRegional energy push kicks off with 300k bpd production; target is 500k. New entity spans Malaysia and Indonesia.
✈️ Capital A Plans Bahrain Hub to Link ASEAN & BeyondMiddle East expansion includes MRO, logistics, and 25 daily flights by 2030 — connecting Asia to Europe, Africa.
🌱 Wasco Green Energy Preps December IPOShareholders approve spin-off. Up to 37% stake on offer to fund industrial decarbonization projects.
🐔 Farmiera IPO Sees Strong Retail DemandOversubscription signals appetite for consumer staples despite wider market volatility.
📉 MMAG Holdings Hits Limit Down; Director QuitsSharp drop triggers UMA query. Company cites no known reason amid executive departure.
🚨 Destini Faces Suspension Over Late ReportingAnnual report delays could cost listing status despite return to profit. Deadline looms on Nov 7.
Political & Policy Headlines
🏭 October PMI Slips to 49.5 Amid Softer OrdersFactory activity contracts slightly, but Q3 GDP grows 5.2%. Sentiment still upbeat among manufacturers.
💸 Tax Overpayment Offsets ScrappedFirms can no longer carry forward excess payments. Gov’t pushes for better upfront estimates, revisable thrice a year.
⛽ Fuel Subsidy Scheme for E-Hailing Drivers TweakedBudi 95 program adjusts eligibility this month. Current cap at 600L/month for full-timers under review.
🏥 ‘Rakan KKM’ Premium Service Launches in CyberjayaHealth ministry to roll out paid tier in public hospitals. Aims: retain talent, generate revenue — but faces two-tier criticism.
🚆 RTS Link Enters Testing Phase in DecemberJB-Singapore rail project remains on track for Jan 2027 opening. Bukit Chagar station construction completed.
Global & Geopolitical Outlook
📃 Mahathir Critiques US Trade Pact; Gov’t RespondsFormer PM claims constitutional breach. AGC cites exit clause under Article 7.5 as safeguard.
🌴 EUDR Threatens Palm Oil Exports, MPOB WarnsEU regulation seen as biased; CPO prices remain firm at RM4,300–4,600/tonne due to delayed peak output.
💻 Nvidia AI Chips Reserved for US Firms OnlyTrump-era policy shift blocks China from latest Blackwell chips. Global tech supply chains brace for ripple effects.
📊 Global Factories Struggle; US Tariffs BlamedSurveys show export orders slowing. Pricing and uncertainty linked to tightening trade policies.
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