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Malaysian manufacturing sector shows weakness in Q3

S&P Global’s report indicates that the manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) remained below the neutral mark of 50, suggesting that the sector is contracting. Specifically, the index recorded a reading of 48.5, a slight decline from the previous quarter. This decline reflects persistent issues such as weakened consumer demand, both domestically and internationally, and disruptions in supply chains that have hampered production capabilities.

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Defence claims no red flags in Najib’s 1MDB case

During court proceedings, the defence presented evidence suggesting that Najib's financial activities were conducted through legitimate channels and did not raise suspicions at the time. Legal representatives argued that transactions involving Najib's personal accounts were routine and adhered to banking regulations.

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Malaysian data centre market set for expansion amid rising demand

The rising need for data storage and processing solutions is largely fueled by the rapid digital transformation across various industries. As businesses pivot towards cloud computing and data analytics, the demand for reliable, high-capacity data centres has escalated. This trend is further supported by Malaysia's strategic location in Southeast Asia, which offers connectivity to key markets and a favorable environment for data centre operations.