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
Malaysia poised to become a central hub for family offices in ASEAN
Juwai IQI's Shan Saeed said family offices are increasingly looking towards ASEAN due to the region's economic and growth stability.
Wed Apr 10 2024
Confidence in government key to future investments for Malaysia
The key to maintaining steady economic growth is to be able to provide confidence to domestic as well as foreign direct investors.
Mon Nov 14 2022
Govt urged to help rakyat, businesses affected by weakening ringgit
The currency depreciation presents a significant challenge for the people and businesses.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Appointment of Ismail Sabri as PM will instil investors' confidence
The appointment of Ismail Sabri as the ninth Prime Minister is expected to instil more confidence from foreign investors in the local economy as the transition of power has been quite smooth.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Muhyiddin as caretaker PM can help maintain economic recovery, vaccination rollout
The palace's decision to appoint Muhyiddin as the caretaker Prime Minister after his resignation today would help maintain economic recovery efforts and the progress of the vaccination rollout.
Mon Aug 16 2021
PM's confidence vote announcement can help reduce uncertainty among investors - Juwai IQI
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's announcement of a confidence vote in next month's Parliament sitting could help reduce uncertainty among investors, especially on the country's economic outlook.
Wed Aug 04 2021
Lockdown is necessary, expect another round of stimulus - Economists
Economists opine that the total lockdown announced by Muhyiddin which would take effect from June 1 till June 14 is a measure that makes sense to cope with the soaring number of COVID-19 cases.
Fri May 28 2021
Fitch downgrade and sovereign debt
Economists and financial research houses are confident that the Fitch downgrade will not have a critical or sustained impact on Malaysia.
Thu Dec 10 2020
"There is no property bubble in Malaysia"
Is the property bubble real in Malaysia? Or is the concern over the housing market glut in the country unjustified?
Thu Nov 16 2017
Trade top agenda on Najib-Trump meeting?
IQI Global chief economist, Shan Saeed believes that trade and regional security will be the focus point.
Mon Sep 11 2017
Bandar Malaysia: Cancellation of deal will not affect economy, says economist
The cancellation of the share sale agreement between TRX City Sdn Bhd and IWH CREC Sdn Bhd for the Bandar Malaysia project would not make any impact on the Malaysian economy.
Tue May 09 2017
IQI: Malaysia's current economic environment attracting foreign investors
The state of Malaysia's economy, coupled with no government intervention in it, has made the country an attractive destination for foreign investors, said IQIchief economist, Shan Saeed.
Sat Feb 27 2016
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024