Global Financial Shifts: What emerging economies need to know
We're looking at recent shifts in the global financial scene. Today, we'll talk about how lower inflation and possible Fed rate cuts could impact investor confidence, global stability, and important sectors like tech and real estate. We'll also see how these changes might affect emerging economies like Malaysia, a key player in global trade. Let's break down these topics to understand what they mean for the future.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Consider This: Medical Inflation — The Anatomy of Healthcare Costs
In 2023, Malaysia recorded medical cost inflation of 12.6%. What's fueling this surge, and who bears the brunt of this burden? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Datuk Dr Syed Mohamed Aljunid Syed Junid, Professor of Health Economics, Policy and Management at the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine at IMU University. He is also the President of the Malaysian Health Economic Association.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Malaysia needs to continue as 'neutral' country to become primary investment destination - Tengku Zafrul Malaysia needs to continue as 'neutral' country to become primary investment destination - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721037960_tbTengkuZafrul.jpg)
Malaysia needs to continue as 'neutral' country to become primary investment destination - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Malaysia's economy is open and has established cooperative relations with all countries.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![EPF’s 1H 2024 total distributable income up 29 per cent to RM36.70 bil EPF’s 1H 2024 total distributable income up 29 per cent to RM36.70 bil](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41707109587_KWSPLogo.jpg)
EPF’s 1H 2024 total distributable income up 29 per cent to RM36.70 bil
The EPF said the distributable income does not include mark-to-market gains of securities that have not been realised.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Mahkota by-election: Polling on Sept 28, Nomination in Sept 14 - EC Mahkota by-election: Polling on Sept 28, Nomination in Sept 14 - EC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41723523182_programpengumumanS.jpg)
Mahkota by-election: Polling on Sept 28, Nomination in Sept 14 - EC
Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun today announced that the nomination day and early voting for the by-election are scheduled for Sept 14 and Sept 24.
Tue Aug 13 2024
The Impact of a US Recession & Its effect on Malaysia
CEO & Managing Director of Capital Dynamics Group, Tan Teng Boo will share his stock recommendations and insights into China during his 7 September investment talk on 'Where is China Heading' in KLCC.
Tue Aug 13 2024
![Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61693216837_ForestCity.jpg)
Forest City’s SFZ to be proposed under the Johor-Singapore special economic zone
Based on the master plan, the target is to develop the area into an integrated zone for medical, tourism, education and real estate.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Malaysia poised to withstand US recession - Tengku Zafrul Malaysia poised to withstand US recession - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721037960_tbTengkuZafrul.jpg)
Malaysia poised to withstand US recession - Tengku Zafrul
Despite rising unemployment in the US, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlights several positive domestic economic indicators.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Positive sentiment pushes ringgit to strengthen vs greenback at the opening Positive sentiment pushes ringgit to strengthen vs greenback at the opening](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/41673833580_Bajet.jpg)
Positive sentiment pushes ringgit to strengthen vs greenback at the opening
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the USD/MYR would linger near its immediate support level of RM4.40 today.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Small farms the key to Malaysia's palm oil sustainability Small farms the key to Malaysia's palm oil sustainability](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61723180624_TBpalmoil.jpg)
Small farms the key to Malaysia's palm oil sustainability
Supporting Malaysia's smallholder farmers with technology and policy can ensure a sustainable palm oil industry.
Fri Aug 09 2024
![Albertine Leo kidnap case: Unemployed man faces 15 charges Albertine Leo kidnap case: Unemployed man faces 15 charges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723110459_kespenculikan.jpg)
Albertine Leo kidnap case: Unemployed man faces 15 charges
Leang Win Son pleaded not guilty to all of the charges.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![China to help cushion recession impact on Malaysia's economy China to help cushion recession impact on Malaysia's economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-11/61478144002_flagmalaysiachina.jpg)
China to help cushion recession impact on Malaysia's economy
A strong Malaysia-China economic relationship is expected to help the country face and overcome the adverse effects of a US recession.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Suspek culik Albertine Leo didakwa esok atas 15 pertuduhan Suspek culik Albertine Leo didakwa esok atas 15 pertuduhan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61722933382_lelakiyangdisyaki.jpg)
Suspek culik Albertine Leo didakwa esok atas 15 pertuduhan
Suspek kes penculikan kanak-kanak perempuan enam tahun, di Eco Galleria, Iskandar Puteri, akan didakwa esok di mahkamah.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Consider This: Bangladesh Protests (Part 2) - The Movement That Toppled a PM
What began as a student movement against job quotas had unveiled deep-rooted economic and political grievances and evolved into a mass uprising that eventually toppled a sitting Prime Minister. Is Bangladesh on the brink of a democratic and economic awakening? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead of the Global Labor Organization, Professorial Fellow at North South University in Bangladesh, and a Visiting Professor of Economics at the University of Reading in the UK.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Consider This: Bangladesh Protests (Part 1) - The Movement That Toppled a PM
What began as a student movement against job quotas had unveiled deep-rooted economic and political grievances and evolved into a mass uprising that eventually toppled a sitting Prime Minister. Is Bangladesh on the brink of a democratic and economic awakening? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead of the Global Labor Organization, Professorial Fellow at North South University in Bangladesh, and a Visiting Professor of Economics at the University of Reading in the UK.
Wed Aug 07 2024