BNM to maintain OPR at 3.00 pct through year-end and 2025 - Economists
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the OPR is deemed to be supportive of Malaysia's economic growth and positive for the ringgit.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists
Shan Saeed said more countries are now removing subsidies and move to a more market-driven approach.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Chief Economists: The Economic Outlook Is Brightening But Political Risks Loom Large in 2024
82 pct of chief economists expect the global economy to remain stable or strengthen this year almost twice as many as in late 2023.
Thu May 30 2024
Putin taps economist to run defence, replacing Shoigu in unexpected move
Russia's economists have so far largely ensured economic stability and growth despite toughest sanctions ever imposed on a major economy.
Mon May 13 2024
Chinese women economists called 'traitors' online for meeting with Yellen
The women have been lambasted by some netizens who accused them of treason for meeting Janet Yellen and being "radical feminists".
Mon Jul 10 2023
Malaysia's economy grows 5.6% in Q1, above forecast
Economists surveyed by Reuters had forecast annual gross domestic product growth would come in at 4.8% in the January to March period.
Fri May 12 2023
Another round of EPF withdrawals not viable, warn economists
Previous withdrawals have already left millions without pension savings, forcing them to work beyond retirement.
Tue Jan 31 2023
BNM to continue adjusting OPR gradually in line with the health of economy
BNM made no change in the OPR in its first monetary policy meeting for 2023, meeting the expectations of some economists and research houses.
Thu Jan 19 2023
Economists call on government to review tax structure to increase revenue
Economists have called on the government to review the overall tax structure and look into additional measures to increase its revenue stream.
Wed Dec 07 2022
PM Anwar's unity govt will lead to political stability, growth - Economists
The unity government led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will steer the country towards better political stability, which allows the country to progress further as well as attract foreign investments.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Price retention on water, electricity tariff will support businesses, economy - Economists
The government made a strategic call to keep the status quo on electricity and water charges to support businesses, the economy and the people at large, according to economists.
Sat Jun 25 2022
Sri Lanka increases fuel prices to address economic crisis
Fuel and transport price increases will inevitably flow through to food and other goods, economists said.
Tue May 24 2022
Move to allow interstate travel augurs well for tourism, other sectors - Economists
The country's tourism industry is set to rake in major benefits following the government's move to allow interstate travel for fully vaccinated Malaysians from today.
Mon Oct 11 2021
Investments transforming the nation must be supported with high-skilled workforce - Economists
Malaysia's FDI in the first half of 2021 was commendable and reflected that the economic cycle of investing in the country has returned.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Set aside political differences, work together for the economy - Economists
The government and opposition parties in the country should set aside their political differences and work together to restore investor confidence in the economy, according to several economists.
Wed Aug 04 2021
'Dreams shattered' as Trump deports Indians ahead of Modi trip
"They did not unlock our cuffs even when we ate."
Sat Feb 08 2025
226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report
The Palestinian Tourism and Antiquities Ministry on Wednesday announced that 226 archaeological sites in the Gaza Strip have been damaged as
Sat Feb 08 2025
Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life
Even if the deceased was a registered organ donor pledger, we still require the family's consent, says Dr Mohd Syafiq Ismail Azman.
Sat Feb 08 2025
Is this 2025, or 1965? Grammy wins for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones keep the rock canon in the past
The Beatles' AI-assisted track, finished by remaining members, earned Recording Academy recognition 55 years after the band split.
Sat Feb 08 2025
How can you help your child make friends?
Having lasting, meaningful friendships is extremely important for children's health, development and wellbeing.
Sat Feb 08 2025
Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the surge in hostilities since the start of the year.
Sat Feb 08 2025
As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?
Trump authorises sanctions on those investigating the US or its allies at the ICC, repeating his first-term action.
Sat Feb 08 2025
Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism
AI can automatically filter extremist content on social media and detect suspicious communications across various digital platforms.
Sat Feb 08 2025
Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care
Stomach and oesophageal cancers remind us of the importance of proactive care in managing our digestive health and well-being.
Sat Feb 08 2025
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025