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Singapore-Malaysia ties
Forest City’s revival plans reel in crypto bros
The Malaysian government is trying to revive the US$100 bil "ghost town" of Forest City with a host of attractive financial incentives. Crypto bros have bitten the bait, will family offices do so too?
6 days ago
Singapore-Malaysia ties
'I am excited to work with Singapore', says Anwar at annual investor conference by Bursa Malaysia
Johor, which has been the buzz of the nation from an influx of investments, is trying to attract more investors and residents into its infamous “ghost town” Forest City through special tax incentives.
13 days ago
Singapore-Malaysia ties
UOB signs MOU with Johor’s state investment agency; ‘green lane’ for FDIs to be set up
The MOU was signed by Invest Johor’s CEO, Natazha bin Hariss, and UOB Malaysia’s CEO, Ng Wei Wei, at the Asean Conference 2024.
August 29, 2024
Banking & finance
Banks eye a slice of Malaysia's prosperity, but can everyone benefit?
As declining interest rates threaten banks’ profitability, local and regional players tussle over Malaysia's incoming wealth.
August 22, 2024
Singapore-Malaysia ties
Revival of Johor-Singapore SEZ: New era of growth?
A new attempt to revive the Johor-Singapore SEZ is underway. Will it finally succeed, and eventually hollow out Singapore?
July 25, 2024
Singapore-Malaysia ties
Bursa-listed property and infrastructure stocks to gain from SEZ
Potential developments at the SEZ should be positive for Malaysian property developers with landbanks in Johor.
July 25, 2024
Stocks To Watch
Why Genting Singapore and Q&M Dental are undervalued
Most companies appear to be slightly undervalued, with SGX-listed Genting Singapore being the most undervalued.
July 25, 2024
Singapore-Malaysia ties
How ComfortDelGro can ride on the coat-tails of the SEZ
When operational, the RTS Link will see an additional 60,000 users crossing the Causeway during peak hours.
July 25, 2024
Singapore-Malaysia ties
Look at Singapore and Johor as one unit to invest in, says High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore at JS-SEZ forum
Some businesses say JS-SEZ is reminiscent of the Iskandar Economic Zone, but governing bodies say things are different this time.
July 11, 2024
Singapore-Malaysia ties
S’pore businesses want less red tape in Malaysia special economic zone
Malaysia officials said they’re on course to sign a deal with Singapore and unveil the zone in September.
July 11, 2024