Dirty dealings. Corporate battles. Consumer woes. Here are five things you need to know today.

1. Bursa Malaysia ends the week mixed as regional sentiment turns negative on Middle East unrest and a hawkish Fed.

2. DOSM’s advance figures show Malaysia's economy grew 3.9% in 1Q2024, compared with 3.0% in the previous quarter.

3. Analysts say the planned merger of Axiata Group and India’s Bharti Airtel raises earnings concerns.

4. Shares of Awanbiru Technology halve today, prompting Bursa Malaysia to suspend its intraday short selling.

5. MKH Oil Palm (East Kalimantan)’s initial public offering is oversubscribed by 8.43 times ahead of its Apr 30 listing.