SME News
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2022-05-18
Better outlook for Malaysia's retail sector in Q2 but concerns linger, says industry body
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's retail industry may see improved performance in the second quarter (Q2) of 2022 in light of the recent Hari Raya Aidilfitri period. But concerns over the prospects lingered due to external factors that would affect th...
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2022-05-18
1337 Ventures launches first ECF accelerator to strengthen equity crowdfunding in Malaysia
The funding options for Malaysian SMEs and growth-stage businesses have now evolved beyond bank loans, grants, schemes, angel investors and venture capitalists. Equity Crowdfunding (ECF) is gaining popularity as a new and viable way for businesses to...
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2022-05-18
Over 4,000 left unemployed in Sarawak following Covid-19 pandemic, says Gerawat
KUCHING: The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a total of 4,037 people in Sarawak to lose their jobs, said Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department Datuk Gerawat Gala. He said as an immediate relief, the Sarawak state government has impl...
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2022-05-17
Business programmes generate RM16.33bil in trade
KUALA LUMPUR: Business programmes led by the Environment and Water Ministry (KASA) at the recently concluded Expo 2020 Dubai have provided opportunities for local industries to expand their green footprint globally with RM16.33bil in potential trade ...
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2022-05-17
SMEs unhappy with longer paternity leave
GEORGE TOWN: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have urged the government to reconsider its decision to increase the number of days for paternity leave. Plant manager Illamaran Elangkathir, whose company produces LED products, said there are 25 m...