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BNM to maintain OPR at 3.00 pct through year-end and 2025 - Economists

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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