Japan warns off excessive volatility as yen slides further
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki says authorities won’t rule out any options in dealing with excessive yen moves, repeating his…
Category: Economy
South Africa avoids European Union for a year on trade summit
South Africa has spent more than a year frustrating its biggest trade partner and largest foreign investor, the European Union…
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…
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…
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…