Too early to gauge Unity Govt's impact on economy - Moody's
It is still early to gauge whether the current unity government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has provided more stability in terms of the economic environment of the country
Tue May 16 2023
Bank Negara Malaysia set to raise policy rate again - Moody's
According to Moody's, BNM hiked the rate in May, lifting it from the record low where it had languished for nearly two years.
Mon Jul 04 2022
Malaysia among economies to win big from high commodity prices - Moody's Analytics
Central banks have snapped into action, with bank governors in the Philippines and Malaysia raising rates, Rogers said.
Tue May 24 2022
Malaysia's large banks able to face competition from innovative digital banks - Moody's investors
Malaysia's six largest banking groups by assets are well-positioned to face competition from innovative digital banks following the announcement of five new digital entrants announced by Bank Negara.
Wed May 04 2022
Moody's: Malaysia to record 6.0 pct economic growth in 2022
Malaysia's economy is likely to grow 6.0 per cent this year, driven by the reopening of international borders, high vaccination rates, and as the country enters the transition to the endemic phase.
Wed Apr 06 2022
Malaysia's outlook tentatively optimistic - Moody's Analytics
Malaysia's outlook is tentatively optimistic as the domestic economy has largely reopened and restrictions are unlikely to be reinstated despite the Omicron wave, Moody's Analytics said.
Mon Mar 07 2022
Malaysia's Q2 2021 GDP could have been higher
PublicInvest Research said the 16.1 per cent GDP growth in Q2 2021 was boosted by a low-base effect.
Mon Aug 16 2021
COVID-19 resurgence to hit Asia-Pacific countries' Q3 economic performance - Moody's
The research house expected that Indonesia would be hit the hardest.
Mon Jul 12 2021
Malaysia's diverse exports to help mitigate lockdown impact - Moody's
Msia's diverse export destinations and products should help to mitigate the impact of a prolonged national lockdown through the end of June.
Wed Jun 23 2021
Malaysia's economic recovery affected by surge in COVID-19 cases
Malaysia's economic recovery is expected to be affected by the latest surge in COVID-19 infections that triggered a two-week lockdown.
Mon Jun 07 2021
Moody's: BNM's CCPT to enhance risk management, support green strategy
This will deepen the institutions' understanding of climate risks and therefore enhance their ability to reduce or mitigate such risks.
Fri May 28 2021
Banks in Malaysia benefit from diversified and competitive economy - Moody's
The banks are capitalising on Malaysia's strong executive and legislative institutions.
Tue May 18 2021
Wider vaccination and herd immunity are vital to the recovery - Moody's analytics
A stronger push towards wider vaccination and herd immunity will be key to the domestic recovery and should facilitate an economic rebound as emergence of new COVID-19 variant poses high risk.
Fri May 14 2021
Malaysia's GDP likely to grow by 0.5 per cent in Q1 2021 - Moody's Analytics
Malaysia's economy has benefitted from a relatively strong trade position.
Mon May 10 2021
Lots and lots to cheer with sukuk success!
The sustainability sukuk is a seismic shift of providing a valuable opportunity for the markets to create new revenue opportunities.
Fri May 07 2021
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024