Dismay over import curbs hampering business
New import restrictions are roiling supply chains and causing concern among companies including foreign investors in the automotive and electronic…
Category: Economy
Businesses concerned about US dollar appreciation
Many enterprises are concerned about adverse impacts of the sharp appreciation of the US dollar on their business and production…
Economy on track for firmer growth in 1Q
Although the country has registered softer growth in its Industrial Production Index (IPI) in February, it has exceeded the consensus…
Stable prospects for job market this year
Malaysia’s labour market is expected to remain steady throughout 2024, supported by an expansion in economic activities.
High-level Sino-US talks target key issues
Closer economic and trade cooperation between China and the United States will benefit both countries as well as help safeguard…
Rate decision spat puts Thai PM in the spotlight
As the Bank of Thailand (BoT) prepares to review monetary policy settings today, investors will be watching for any sign…
Upturn in business sentiment on higher sales outlook
The RAM-CTOS Business Confidence Index (BCI), which examines forward-looking business sentiment in Malaysia, rose to 53.4 in the first quarter…
Asean markets to shine ahead of US rate cut
Asean economies, which are believed to have demonstrated resilience during high-rate cycles, are poised for growth in anticipation of a…
Australian consumer confidence slumps in April
Australia’s consumer confidence declined in April as persistent inflation and interest rates at a 12-year high continued to squeeze households,…