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Expert calls for high-level committee to tackle rising childhood stunting

Expert calls for high-level committee to tackle rising childhood stunting

Doctor warns stunting deprives children of their full potential from the outset.
World Bank upgrades M'sia's growth forecast to 4.9pct

World Bank upgrades M'sia's growth forecast to 4.9pct

This is due to improved performance in global economy, says economist.
PM to launch 'Madani Economy: Empowering the People' tomorrow

PM to launch 'Madani Economy: Empowering the People' tomorrow

Anwar says it will steer the economy to safeguard country’s future.
LETTER | Malaysia’s economic growth on right track

LETTER | Malaysia’s economic growth on right track

However, govt must diversify nation's economy beyond its traditional sectors. 
Malaysia records 8.7pct GDP growth in 2022, highest in over two decades

Malaysia records 8.7pct GDP growth in 2022, highest in over two decades

Private sector activity remained the key growth driver, says Bank Negara.
Malaysia's Q4 GDP growth expected to have slowed to 6.6pct - Reuters poll

Malaysia's Q4 GDP growth expected to have slowed to 6.6pct - Reuters poll

Due to tepid consumption and softer global demand, the poll shows.
Malaysia's economic growth seen moderating to 4pct in 2023

Malaysia's economic growth seen moderating to 4pct in 2023

This is in response to external headwinds.
Rate hikes, Ukraine war, China woes dim Asia growth outlook - ADB

Rate hikes, Ukraine war, China woes dim Asia growth outlook - ADB

Significant global economic downturn will severely undermine demand for the region's exports.
LETTER | Higher child abuse cases may be attributed to economic growth

LETTER | Higher child abuse cases may be attributed to economic growth

Child abuse is a never-ending issue as more than 1,000 cases reported yearly.
Malaysian economy swings back to growth but pandemic risks remain

Malaysian economy swings back to growth but pandemic risks remain

The current monetary policy stance was considered appropriate.
M'sia economy likely rebounded in Q4 2021, Omicron a threat - Reuters poll

M'sia economy likely rebounded in Q4 2021, Omicron a threat - Reuters poll

The economy shrunk 4.5pct amid the July-September lockdown period.
Bank Negara projects 5.5pct-6.5pct growth for 2022

Bank Negara projects 5.5pct-6.5pct growth for 2022

Governor says M'sia well-positioned to gain as global growth, trade bounce back.

Economy expected to grow 3-4 pct this year - Zafrul

Economy expected to grow 3-4 pct this year - Zafrul

It's likely to expand 5.6 to 6.5 pct next year.

This year's economic growth forecast can be achieved - Mustapa

This year's economic growth forecast can be achieved - Mustapa

This is supported by several positive signs showing the country's economy heading towards recovery, says minister.
M'sia should transform to break out of middle-income trap - PM

M'sia should transform to break out of middle-income trap - PM

The country must aim to become a global exporting player and grow its manufacturing capabilities, says Muhyiddin Yassin.

Bank Negara maintains OPR at 1.75 pct

Bank Negara maintains OPR at 1.75 pct

The central bank says given the current uncertainties, the stance of monetary policy will be decided by new data.

IMF: Malaysia's GDP to grow 9pct in 2021, fastest among Asean-5 countries

IMF: Malaysia's GDP to grow 9pct in 2021, fastest among Asean-5 countries

For this year, the Washington-based organisation forecasts Malaysia’s economy to contract by 1.7 percent.

Fitch affirms A- rating for Malaysia, 5.8 percent growth in 2021

Fitch affirms A- rating for Malaysia, 5.8 percent growth in 2021

CORONAVIRUS | M'sia has responded to the Covid-19 pandemic and global economic shock in a timely and decisive manner, says the finance minister.

Economic growth to gradually improve in 2H20 - BNM

Economic growth to gradually improve in 2H20 - BNM

CORONAVIRUS | Continuation of infrastructure projects such as MRT2, LRT3 and the Pan Borneo Highway is expected to lift this year's GDP.

Gov't confident economy will be better this year - Guan Eng

Gov't confident economy will be better this year - Guan Eng

He says Malaysia faces various economic challenges but the government has been striving to overcome it.

Domestic demand to spearhead growth, expands 4.8 pct in 2020

Domestic demand to spearhead growth, expands 4.8 pct in 2020

The growth is expected despite headwinds from a lengthy US-China trade war and global geopolitical tensions.

What can we expect from Budget 2020?

What can we expect from Budget 2020?

LETTER | This time around, the Harapan government must set out clear policies and directions for economic growth.
Don't rely on monetary policy to push for growth, says ex-BNM deputy governor

Don't rely on monetary policy to push for growth, says ex-BNM deputy governor

Instead, Lin See Yan is of the opinion that fiscal policy is the answer to spur the economy.
Malaysia, Truly Asia? Look East, Look West? Be the best or beat the rest?

Malaysia, Truly Asia? Look East, Look West? Be the best or beat the rest?

COMMENT | M'sia wants to be rich and powerful, but can it attain this in a way concurrent to Asean's growth?