Yvonne Tan

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Articles

Testing the waters across Causeway

6 days ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

SINGAPORE semiconductor company UMS Integration Ltd’s impending secondary listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia will be closely watched to see if it could lead to a rise in the value of its stock that currently trades on the Singapore Exchange (SGX). UMS first announced this dual listing plan a year ago and indications are that the listing will take place soon. Already a subscriber? Log in.
Will Ecomate set new benchmark?

1 week ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

READY-to-assemble furniture company Ecomate Holdings Bhd’s foray into the information and communication technology (ICT) solutions industry has raised some questions, chief among which is – will other furniture players do the same? Granted, the export-reliant furniture business is likely to be one of the hardest hit when US President Donald Trump’s 24% tariffs for local exports to the United States come into force after the current “pause” is lifted next month. Already a subscriber? Log in.
Amway on steady path

2 weeks ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

Amway (M) Holdings Bhd is in a “normalisation” phase after a period of pandemic- driven hypergrowth. Amway Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei’s managing director, Mike Duong, says 2024 has reinforced Amway’s business model and ability to adapt to evolving market conditions. Already a subscriber? Log in. Unlock 30% Savings on Ad-Free Access Now! Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.
Tackling forced labour in Malaysia begins with re-examining migration model

1 month ago | isis.org.my | Yvonne Tan

Zero-cost model one way to protect migrant workers forced to fork out exorbitant feesBy Yvonne TanThe National Action Plan on Forced Labour (NAPFL) 2021-2025 is Malaysia’s first comprehensive plan aimed at eradicating forced labour by 2030 and promoting safe migration practices.
MALAYSIA IN POSITION OF STRENGTH

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is coming from a position of strength amid the current economic uncertainty, sparked by the global tariff war. Former chairman for London’s Standard Chartered group Jose Vinals said that while tariff imposition by the United States could have an impact on the country’s future growth, strengths like its current Asean chairmanship is among the drivers supporting the overall economy.
Championing the sustainability agenda

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

When it comes to green financing initiatives and strategies, banks appear to be going all out. RHB banking group officer-in-charge of group sustainability Angus Salim says the lender’s sustainability agenda is anchored by three key pillars: sustainable finance, climate action and financial inclusion, ensuring long-term resilience and economic growth.
Caught in the middle

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

THERE is a Malay proverb which states, “when elephants fight, the mousedeer dies in the middle”. While “dies” may be too strong a word, this proverb can still be likened to Malaysia’s current position in the global economic world. Already a subscriber? Log in. Subscribe now and receive free sooka plan for 1 month. T&C applies. RM12.33/month Billed as RM148.00/year Free Trial For new subscribers only Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features.
Tackling forced labour in Malaysia begins with re-examining its migration model

1 month ago | lowyinstitute.org | Yvonne Tan

In 2023, the Global Slavery Index suggested that in Malaysia, 6.3 out of every 1,000 people were affected by modern slavery – up from 4.2 per 1,000 in 2016, ranking it above regional neighbours Thailand and Vietnam. A year earlier, the US State Department had labelled Malaysia a “tier 3” country in its Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, a rank shared with some of the worst countries in the world for human trafficking, including North Korea and Afghanistan.
Drawback for furniture industry

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

MALAYSIA’S export-reliant furniture business is one of the hardest hit by US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. With the 90-day pause on a 24% tax for most Malaysian exports to the US approaching its end, many local furniture manufacturers are said to be selling as much as they can to the Americans – one of their key export markets. Already a subscriber? Log in. Subscribe now and receive free sooka plan for 1 month. T&C applies.
Firms push ahead with IPOs

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Yvonne Tan

Local companies are going ahead with their plans to go public on Bursa Malaysia although uncertainty continues to cloud market sentiment. Market watchers say, amid the economic uncertainty, initial public offerings (IPOs) by companies that have niche or specialised businesses should fare better than those that don’t. Already a subscriber? Log in. Subscribe now and receive free sooka plan for 1 month. T&C applies.