Ringgit likely to perform better in the long term
The ringgit is expected to perform better in the long term in tandem with the growth of the domestic economy…
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How consumers hit a sweet spot with durian
Durians, once considered a niche fruit due to its high price and limited availability, is gradually making its way into…
US producer prices unexpectedly fall in May
WASHINGTON: U.S. producer prices unexpectedly fell in May amid lower energy costs, another indication that inflation was subsiding after surging…
Malaysia keeps inflation outlook for 2024 after diesel subsidy reforms
KUALA LUMPUR: Headline inflation in Malaysia is expected to remain within the government's projected range of 2% to 3.5% for…
Economy is on track for soft landing, says Chambers
Australia’s government is “cautiously confident” it can bring the economy in for a soft landing despite anemic growth in the…
Pakistan likely to hike taxes before crucial IMF loan
Pakistan’s government is set to unveil its budget this week, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb likely under pressure to hike…
Malaysia must embrace innovation
Malaysia must emerge as an innovator of technology if the country intends to become a high-income nation by 2028, says…
Philippines net FDI rises for third straight month
Long-term capital flows into the Philippines surged by more than a fifth in March, growing for the third consecutive month…
Domestic tourism expenditure surges 25.3% in 1Q 2024
Domestic tourism expenditure in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q 2024) soared 25.3 per cent year-on-year to RM24.1 billion, said…