PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian banking sector as a bellwether of the economy is expected to see improvement in loan growth of between 4% and 5% in 2024, with consumer loans outpacing business loans amid external uncertainties.
PETALING JAYA: Since coming into power last November, the unity government has made it abundantly clear it is eager to keep Malaysia as a magnet for foreign investments.
PETALING JAYA: Although there are growing signs that the world economy may slow down or even potentially fall into a recession from higher interest rates due to rising inflationary pressures next year, there are measures that the country can mobilise to cushion the impact on its economy.
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s job market, which has been on a positive growth trajectory so far this year, could face uncertainty due to local and global factors, say economists.