Press 13/18

Jan 26, 20222 min read

The Malaysian Reserve: Manufacturers regain confidence on economic recovery, says MIER

BUSINESS Conditions Index (BCI) for the fourth quarter of 2021 (4Q21) indicates that manufacturers have begun to regain confidence.

Jan 26, 20223 min read

The Malaysian Reserve: Uncertain economic outlook on price hike concerns

THE outlook for the local economy remains uncertain, while consumers are bracing for smaller, or no, income growth at the onset of year 2022

Jan 26, 20224 min read

The Manila Times: A busy weekend, domestic and foreign

The past weekend was a rather eventful one for me as a commentator on both Malaysian domestic politics and international affairs.

Jan 7, 20223 min read

The Edge Markets: Worst for media sector likely over, says HLIB Research

Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research foresees the worst is likely over for the media sector.

Jan 7, 20223 min read

The Malaysian Reserve: No to short-term populist measures on EPF withdrawal

ECONOMIC research houses have rejected the notion of further withdrawal on the employees’ retirement fund.

Jan 7, 20221 min read

The Edge Markets: EVENING 5: Five things you need to know today

Dirty dealings. Corporate battles. Consumer woes. Here are five things you need to know today.

Jan 6, 20222 min read

Bernama: MIER: Sound economic reasoning should guide EPF withdrawal

MIER has opposed a call made by certain quarters to allow Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members to withdraw additional funds.

Jan 6, 20222 min read

New Straits Times: MIER against call for more EPF withdrawals

MIER does not support the call for Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members to further withdraw from their retirement accounts.

Jan 6, 20222 min read

The Edge Markets: MIER against further EPF funds withdrawals for pandemic relief

MIER said it does not support the proposal for Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members to further withdraw money from their EPF accounts.