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Morning Brief

BFM Media
Malaysia
China
United States
UMNO
Perikatan Nasional
Barisan Nasional
PAS
Pakatan Harapan
Iran
ASEAN
Japan
Tabung Haji
Negeri Sembilan
Artificial Intelligence
Oil Prices
Singapore
PKR
Semiconductors
Bank Negara Malaysia
Bersatu

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

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Morning Brief - Sep 25, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia has revamped its Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme, or CRESS, the programme that lets businesses buy green electricity straight from renewable energy developers. The changes include lower grid usage fees, a new 10-year power purchase ... more

Prolonged hot and dry weather is putting Malaysia’s poultry farms under growing pressure, with heat stress potentially slowing chicken growth, reducing egg production and increasing the cost of keeping birds cool. While extreme temperatures do not au... more

Bank Indonesia has kept its benchmark interest rate at 5.75% for a third consecutive meeting, balancing pressure on the rupiah against the need to support domestic growth. With oil above US$100, elevated US Treasury yields and lingering concerns over... more

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Naomi Fink
Chief Global Strategist and Chief Economist
Amova Asset Management
Episode: Japan's Economy Is Stronger Than It Looks
Afendi Dahlan
Vice President of the Malaysia Retail Chain Association
Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA)
Episode: Malaysia’s Retail Industry Observations
Claudio Galimberti
Chief Economist at Rystad Energy
Rystad Energy
Episode: Crude Oil : Is US$120 Likely?
Julia Goh
Senior Economist at UOB
United Overseas Bank
Episode: Can Malaysia Sustain Its Investment Boom?
Pradeep Nambiar
Northern Region Bureau Chief for Free Malaysia Today (FMT)
Free Malaysia Today (FMT)
Episode: What Does BRICS Really Offer Malaysia?
Kun Go
Head of Asia Research
ANZ
Episode: Can Indonesia Restore Investor Confidence?
Zerna Bamalakuti
Research affiliate at the Middle East Institute of the National University of Singapore
Middle East Institute, National University of Singapore
Episode: Can the US-Iran War Be Contained?
Lim Wei Jie
Constitutional lawyer
Independent lawyer, appears on the show to discuss pardons
Episode: Morning Brief - Sep 11, 2026
Goh Chye
Criminal lawyer invited to discuss the coroner's bill and inquest process
Episode: Can Malaysia Fix Its Inquest System?

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Rich Bradbury
Host with multiple segments including Morning Run and Morning Brief; long-running business and current affairs presenter.
Roshan Kanesan
Co-host and correspondent on multiple segments, focusing on business, politics, and news analysis.

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    United States7 years ago

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Has Apple Made Smartphones Too Expensive?
Q: Do you think consumers will respond by keeping their phones longer rather than upgrading frequently?
The guests discuss a trend toward longer device lifespans and ongoing software updates, implying that higher prices may incentivize longer replacement cycles as users extract more value from existing devices.
Has Apple Made Smartphones Too Expensive?
Q: Beyond the Apple logo, do you think it's entered the category in a meaningful way?
Wong believes Apple's foldable entry is meaningful due to its design focus and expected broad geographic rollout, suggesting it could set new benchmarks even if not the first mover.
Has Apple Made Smartphones Too Expensive?
Q: Stepping back from those headlines, and what stood out most for you?
Alexander Wong highlights the foldable iPhone Duo as a headline, emphasizes that pricing and market positioning will redefine consumer expectations, and notes that Apple's ecosystem and hardware-software integration remain a competitive advantage.
Is MA63 Finally Being Delivered?
Q: What role do Sabah and Sarawak state-level dynamics play in these MA63 discussions ahead of GE16?
State-level leverage is growing with stronger state governments, which could influence federal negotiations and make Sabah and Sarawak more pivotal in national politics, though coordination with multiple federal coalition partners remains complex.
Is MA63 Finally Being Delivered?
Q: How realistic is it that parliamentary representation for Sabah and Sarawak can actually be increased, given constitutional hurdles?
Realistically, changes require a constitutional amendment with two-thirds parliamentary support and a demilitation exercise, meaning progress will be gradual and contingent on cabinet approvals and broader political consensus.

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A concise, data-driven take on current affairs and business-related topics relevant to Malaysia, with a strong focus on political party dynamics, regional diplomacy, economics, and market trends. Episodes typically feature expert guests who provide policy analysis, market insights, or historical context, paired with hosts who frame implications for business leaders, investors, and decision-makers. Notably, the show frequently tackles coalition politics, electoral strategy, and macro-economic policy, often pairing on-the-ground voices with established analysts to illuminate how regional developments affect commerce and public policy.

Distinctive strengths include high-caliber guests from politics, economics, and think tanks, plus a willingn... more

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2. Afendi Dahlan
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5. Pradeep Nambiar
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