EPF’s Belanjawanku 2024/2025: Are You on Track for Retirement?

The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has just released its updated Belanjawanku 2024/2025 and the Retirement Income Adequacy Framework.

These tools provide Malaysians with essential benchmarks to plan for a comfortable lifestyle — whether you’re starting your career, raising a family, or heading into retirement.

But here’s the burning question: Are you financially prepared for retirement? 😕😐

A Quick Look at Belanjawanku 👀

“Penang Silicon Design @5km+” Initiative – Elevating Malaysia’s Position in the Global IC Design and AI Landscape

Spearheaded by the Penang State Government through its lead agency, InvestPenang, the “Penang Silicon Design @5km+” initiative is set to revolutionise Malaysia’s semiconductor industry and is fully aligned with the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS).

This ground-breaking initiative marks a pivotal leap into the front-end of semiconductor value chain, accelerates the AI revolution, driving the nation to the forefront of global technology innovation.

This ambitious initiative offers a comprehensive IC design ecosystem, comprising 3 key components:

Pavilion REIT to acquires two iconic KL Hotels (that you definitely heard of)

Pavilion Real Estate Investment Trust (Pavilion REIT) has announced the proposed acquisitions of two prestigious hospitality assets in Kuala Lumpur, the Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur (BTKL) and Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur (PHKL), in a landmark deal worth RM480 million.👀

MTrustee Berhad, acting for and on behalf of Pavilion REIT, entered into conditional sale and purchase agreements with Lumayan Indah Sdn Bhd for the acquisition of BTKL at a purchase consideration of RM140 million, and with Harmoni Perkasa Sdn Bhd for the acquisition of PHKL at a purchase consideration of RM340 million.

5 AI Application Stocks that are Shaping the Future

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic dream—it’s shaping industries today, driving efficiency, and creating exciting investment opportunities.

Whether you’re new to the stock market or a seasoned investor, keeping an eye on companies leveraging AI can give your portfolio a tech-savvy edge.

Here are 5 stocks at the forefront of AI applications and why they deserve your attention:

Ananda Krishnan: The Quiet Billionaire who Built an Empire!

Ananda Krishnan (AK), a name synonymous with media, telecommunications, and philanthropy, leaves behind an enduring legacy as one of Malaysia’s most influential tycoons.

Known for his discretion in public life, Ananda’s business acumen catapulted him to the forefront of Southeast Asia’s corporate landscape, amassing a fortune becoming one of the wealthiest Malaysian for many many years.

He was reportedly had a net worth of US$5.1 billion as of Nov 27 this year, according to Forbes' World Real Time Billionaires List, making him the 3rd wealthiest Malaysian.

Building a Business Empire in Malaysia 👤👊