Pension Fund Boosts Dividend Payouts for 2023 Amid Economic Resilience

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Malaysia’s largest pension fund has announced an increase in dividend payouts for 2023 following a boost in income attributed to the resilience of the global economy. Despite facing challenges last year, the global economy performed better than expected, leading to higher dividends for the Employees Provident Fund. The Employees Provident Fund revealed a dividend rate of 5.5% for conventional savings in 2023, a rise from 5.35% in the previous year, totaling …

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Are Seniors Being Poisoned by Work? The Startling Truth About the Effects of Continued Employment

The impact of retirement and working longer on older adults is a complex issue. While some argue that working longer provides mental stimulation and wards off chronic diseases, it is vital to consider the overall effects. Voluntary retirement is generally associated with greater health, control, and well-being. However, when older individuals are forced into retirement, the health effects can be damaging. Unfortunately, over 50% of retirees are pushed out involuntarily. Working conditions and unemployment can …

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