Blue-chip firm in the making

PETALING JAYA: Felda Global Group has been given the green light by the Government to list its commercial unit, Felda Global Ventures Holdings Sdn Bhd, on Bursa Malaysia by the middle of next year.

Felda Global Group comprise Felda Global Ventures and Felda Holdings Bhd, which are the commercial entities of Federal Land and Development Authority (Felda).

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said in his Budget 2012 speech that the listing was to raise funds to enable the company to be a global conglomerate.

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Anti-obesity Act could discriminate

PETALING JAYA: Why is there a need for an anti-obesity law when there is no guarantee skinny people are a healthier lot?

This was among the responses from those on the "heavier side" regarding the Health Ministry's intention to enact an Anti-Obesity Act by 2020.

Nothing wrong with being fat, says Adibah Noor.

Source: www.mmail.com.my

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Optimum Weight Management: Tips to Lose Weight Fast and Naturally

Olive oil is an excellent source of oleic acid, which has a powerful impact in weight reduction, thus promoting healthy weight loss.

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Steve Jobs mahu anak mengerti: Penulis

SAN FRANCISCO: Steve Jobs yang kesakitan dan terlalu lemah untuk mendaki tangga beberapa minggu sebelum kematiannya, mahukan anak-anaknya memahami mengapa dia jarang di samping mereka, kata pengarang biografinya, Walter Isaacson.

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Listing a windfall for settlers

THE listing of Federal Global Ventures Holdings Sdn Bhd on Bursa Malaysia by the middle of next year could strengthen further Malaysia's already solid fundamentals and good global positioning, while at the same time provide an instant boost for Felda settlers.

Read more:www.nst.com.my

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Better foundation for homeowners

THE government's move to reduce property speculation by reviewing the Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) rate is a step in the right direction.

Real Estate and Housing Developers' Association Malaysia (Rehda) President Datuk Seri Michael Yam said it would encourage home ownership and long-term investment, rather than short-term gains and possible speculation.

Source: www.nst.com.my

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Usahawan gagal kali pertama diberi dana pemulihan

KUALA LUMPUR 7 Okt. - Kerajaan bakal menyediakan SME Revitalisation Fund berjumlah RM100 juta bagi memberi peluang kedua kepada usahawan yang gagal buat kali pertama.

Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak berkata, skim itu menawarkan pinjaman mudah dengan jumlah maksimum sebanyak RM1 juta kepada golongan peniaga bagi membangunkan semula perniagaan mereka.

Dana itu akan diuruskan oleh SME Bank dan ditawarkan mulai Januari 2012.

Sumber: www.utusan.com.my

Tawar Sara 1Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR 7 Okt. - Kerajaan telah memperkenalkan Skim Amanah Rakyat 1Malaysia (Sara 1Malaysia) dalam Bajet 2012 yang dibentangkan hari ini, bagi membantu golongan berpendapatan rendah,

Skim istimewa yang akan dibuka kepada isi rumah berpendapatan bulanan RM3,000 dan ke bawah tersebut dijangka memberi manfaat kepada 100,000 isi rumah.

Pelabur Sara 1Malaysia boleh memohon pinjaman RM5,000 dengan tempoh bayaran balik selama lima tahun.

Sumber: www.utusan.com.my

RM220k ceiling for full loans stays

KUALA LUMPUR: The Government is sticking to its decision to allow 100% loans only for houses priced RM220,000 and below.

Check Developer Background – Blacklisted Developers Conning House Buyers for Down Payment

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