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…
Category: Economy
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…
RAM-CTOS: Malaysia’s business sentiments turn positive in 1Q24
KUALA LUMPUR: The RAM-CTOS Business Confidence Index (BCI), which examines forward-looking business sentiment in Malaysia, rose to 53.4 in the first…
Malaysia’s labour market seen remaining stable with jobless rate at 3.2% in 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's labour market is projected to remain stable in 2024, with the average unemployment rate at 3.2 per cent,…
Unemployment rate stable at 3.3% in February
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s unemployment rate remained at 3.3% in February 2024, unchanged from the preceding month.
Manufacturers cautious on production activities
PETALING JAYA: As the output of export-and domestic-oriented industries in Malaysia shrunk in February on a month-on-month (m-o-m) basis, this…