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Ringgit opens higher against weakening US dollar

Ringgit opens higher against weakening US dollar

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the US Dollar Index (DXY) slipped 0.31 per cent to 101.366.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Ringgit softer versus US dollar in early trade on profit-taking

Ringgit softer versus US dollar in early trade on profit-taking

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the local note is overbought following last week's gain.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Chief Economists: The Economic Outlook Is Brightening But Political Risks Loom Large in 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
Ringgit easier vs US dollar amid expectations of tight US monetary policy

Ringgit easier vs US dollar amid expectations of tight US monetary policy

A chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit is expected to move in a narrow range today.
Mon May 13 2024
Ibrahim Sani’s Notepad: MADANI Economy: Providing the narrative

Ibrahim Sani’s Notepad: MADANI Economy: Providing the narrative

According to Maybank Group's Chief Economist, Suhaimi Ilias, MADANI economic narrative addresses critical structural challenges and aims for transformative growth. Tune in to #NotepadWithIbrahimSani tonight to know more of Suhaimi's thoughts and insights.
Thu Aug 03 2023
SMEs need new ways to rebuild businesses in COVID-era

SMEs need new ways to rebuild businesses in COVID-era

Malaysia's 907,065 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are living in very uncertain times - from day to day it seems almost impossible for them to predict what will come next.
Sun Jul 25 2021
Govt should look into philanthropy economy to complement fiscal policy

Govt should look into philanthropy economy to complement fiscal policy

The promotion of a philanthropy economy could also complement the fiscal policy and help the country to prosper, says Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Tue Jun 08 2021
Govt need to continue fiscal measures to address rising poverty, says ADB chief economist

Govt need to continue fiscal measures to address rising poverty, says ADB chief economist

Sawada said more than 100 million people are falling below the international poverty line and causing serious social issues.
Wed Apr 28 2021
Additional economic sectors chosen take into account supply chain, SME survival - Economists

Additional economic sectors chosen take into account supply chain, SME survival - Economists

Bank Islam chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the move to approve the additional sectors should be able to mitigate the income loss suffered by the employees and businesses.
Sat Apr 11 2020
Economists applaud govt's decision to reopen several selected sectors of economy

Economists applaud govt's decision to reopen several selected sectors of economy

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid cited the manufacturing sector as one of the sectors that should be focused by the government as it accounts for 85 per cent of the countrys exports and imports.
Fri Apr 10 2020
EPF'S Nurhisham Hussein: Peak Children, Just Like Peak Oil is an Economic Worry

EPF'S Nurhisham Hussein: Peak Children, Just Like Peak Oil is an Economic Worry

PF Chief Economist Nurhisham Hussein tells AWANI Reviews Ibrahim Sani that Japan and Scandinavia nurture their children at a very early age to overcome the phenomena of Peak Children
Fri Feb 23 2018
OCBC Chief Economist warns of rising inflationary costs in Malaysia

OCBC Chief Economist warns of rising inflationary costs in Malaysia

According to Serena Ling, the Chief Economist of OCBC based in Singapore, 2017 turned out to be a relatively robust year for global growth and risk-taking.
Fri Feb 09 2018
Trade top agenda on Najib-Trump meeting?

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
Ringgit likely to strengthen next week

Ringgit likely to strengthen next week

MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd's Chief Economist Dr Kamaruddin Mohd Nor said however, the ringgit is likely to see range-bound trade between 4.4100 and 4.4200.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Analysis: Someone big got left off the list of people in Trump's Cabinet

Analysis: Someone big got left off the list of people in Trump's Cabinet

While Trump's decision is a departure from President Barack Obama's policy, the exclusion is not a surprise in some respects.
Wed Feb 15 2017
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

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

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

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

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

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 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 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
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024