Malaysia poised to withstand US recession - Tengku Zafrul
Despite rising unemployment in the US, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlights several positive domestic economic indicators.
Mon Aug 12 2024
China to help cushion recession impact on Malaysia's economy
A strong Malaysia-China economic relationship is expected to help the country face and overcome the adverse effects of a US recession.
Thu Aug 08 2024
UK economy performs worse than initial estimates in last two quarters
The UK economy shrank between July and September, raising the risk of the country dipping into a recession, according to revised official figures.
Fri Dec 22 2023
Malaysia not going into recession, growth set to continue in 2023 - BNM governor
Nor Shamsiah said Malaysia is unlikely to go into a recession this year as sustained domestic demand and spending are set to continue anchoring growth.
Fri Feb 10 2023
Malaysia confident of positive growth and avoiding recession in 2023 despite global headwinds - Tengku Zafrul
Malaysia is confident of achieving positive growth and avoid a recession this year despite having to navigate through global headwinds.
Sun Feb 05 2023
Musk outlines Tesla's recession playbook: Claw back costs
Musk and other executives outlined plans to reshape the electric vehicle maker's cost base after slashing prices up to 20 pct.
Thu Jan 26 2023
2023 outlook and investment opportunities
Despite fears of a global recession, Patrick Chang, Chief Investment Officer Equities of Principal Southeast Asia, remains optimistic of 2023's outlook.
Tue Jan 17 2023
IATA's Geneva gathering to chart airline industry's future
While the lifting of travel restrictions has brought relief to the aviation industry, airlines continue to see threats from inflation, the risk of recession, and foreign exchange volatility.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Malaysia not expecting recession in 2023 - BNM Governor
Nor Shamsiah said Malaysia has started to see signs of demand-driven inflation amid a high deposit environment.
Fri Nov 11 2022
Malaysia unlikely to go into recession due to economic diversification
Malaysia is not likely to slip into a recession due to the diversified structure of its economy which is less dependent on commodities, aside from its pragmatic and responsive policies.
Wed Sep 14 2022
[COLUMNIST] Symptoms of recession or possibly stagflation?
It's still way too early to tell whether M'sia remains consistently on a positive economic trajectory for Q3 & Q4 2022 as well as next year.
Tue Sep 06 2022
Liz Truss vows tax cuts after winning vote to be next British PM
Truss takes over as the country faces a cost of living crisis, industrial unrest, a recession and war in Europe, where Britain has been a leading backer of Ukraine.
Mon Sep 05 2022
As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession?
Supply chain disruptions, rising inflation as well as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have raised concerns over the gloomy global economic outlook.
Thu Aug 11 2022
UK PM hopefuls Sunak and Truss clash over recession warning in debate
Truss is up against Sunak to win the votes of 200,000 members of the Conservative Party who will choose Britain's next PM by Sept. 5.
Fri Aug 05 2022
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar
Mohd Afzanizam said talks of a possible global recession are gaining momentum.
Fri Jun 17 2022
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024