![Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/61686805585_Perbendaharaan.jpg)
Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening
The ministry said this will boost Malaysia's long-term foreign investor appeal, strengthening the ringgit.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718026906_diesel.jpg)
Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists
Shan Saeed said more countries are now removing subsidies and move to a more market-driven approach.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41706259218_TBAMIRHAMZAHAZIZ.jpg)
RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space
BUDI MADANI will benefit 700,000 diesel vehicle owners in total, covering about half of active diesel vehicles in Peninsular Malaysia.
Fri May 31 2024
![Key insights from 1st day of WEF special meeting in Saudi capital Key insights from 1st day of WEF special meeting in Saudi capital](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51714363584_KristalinaGeorgieva.jpg)
Key insights from 1st day of WEF special meeting in Saudi capital
Kristalina Georgieva stressed three economic priorities on inflation, fiscal buffers, and geopolitical fragmentation.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![Japan finishes first-year ocean discharge of nuclear-tainted wastewater amid backlash Japan finishes first-year ocean discharge of nuclear-tainted wastewater amid backlash](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71688639206_TBWATERNUCLEARPLANT.jpg)
Japan finishes first-year ocean discharge of nuclear-tainted wastewater amid backlash
The plant completed the fourth and final round of discharge for the current fiscal year ending in March.
Mon Mar 18 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Let fiscal policy be the primary driver to address the ringgit depreciation [COLUMNIST] Let fiscal policy be the primary driver to address the ringgit depreciation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/71624746038_WangRinggit.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Let fiscal policy be the primary driver to address the ringgit depreciation
Fiscal policy remains best poised as the most effective macro-economic tool to mitigate the impact from the RM's depreciation.
Mon Mar 04 2024
![Gov't striving to reduce fiscal deficit rate to 4.3 per cent this year - Fahmi Gov't striving to reduce fiscal deficit rate to 4.3 per cent this year - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61707294282_TBFAHMIFADZILjp.jpg)
Gov't striving to reduce fiscal deficit rate to 4.3 per cent this year - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said Malaysia recorded a three per cent GDP growth in the fourth quarter of 2023, despite facing challenges.
Mon Feb 19 2024
![US House of Representatives passes bipartisan tax relief legislation US House of Representatives passes bipartisan tax relief legislation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51706767035_TBASjpg.jpg)
US House of Representatives passes bipartisan tax relief legislation
The US House of Representatives passed bipartisan tax relief legislation, which would reform the child tax credit and other fiscal policies, reported Sputnik.
Thu Feb 01 2024
![Starbucks reports record revenue in Q1 fiscal 2024 Starbucks reports record revenue in Q1 fiscal 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/71467648330_StarbucksCoffee.jpg)
Starbucks reports record revenue in Q1 fiscal 2024
US coffee chain operator Starbucks reported record consolidated net revenues of US$9.4 billion in its 13-week fiscal first quarter 2024.
Wed Jan 31 2024
![Petronas seeks fiscal incentives to develop Suriname gas project Petronas seeks fiscal incentives to develop Suriname gas project](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41701415171_petronas.jpg)
Petronas seeks fiscal incentives to develop Suriname gas project
Petronas would like to export gas from Suriname's Block 52 to either Europe or the Americas using FLNG, said Zamri Baseri.
Wed Jan 24 2024
![Govt to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy programme to roll out in 2024 - Rafizi Govt to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy programme to roll out in 2024 - Rafizi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/51701007679_Rafizi.jpg)
Govt to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy programme to roll out in 2024 - Rafizi
Implementing the subsidy retargeting programme by the end of 2024 would immediately translate into a better fiscal position for the country.
Mon Nov 27 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Budget 2024 - new financing models [COLUMNIST] Budget 2024 - new financing models](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/71624746038_WangRinggit.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Budget 2024 - new financing models
Fiscal consolidation and sustainability necessitates indirect/secondary fiscal injection not only via PPP but also fiscal decentralisation.
Thu Nov 16 2023
Notepad Ibrahim Sani: Unlocking Opportunities: Asset Allocation Strategy
Global inflation and monetary tightening have disrupted markets in 2023, with some regions like Asia facing challenges. Meanwhile, investors are looking for opportunities amid currency fluctuations and evolving fiscal policies. Full episode on market outlook with Munirah Khairuddin, the Country Head & CEO of Principal Malaysia tonight #NotepadWithIbrahimSani
Wed Oct 25 2023
![Choice between SST, GST hinges on nation's economic goals - MOF Choice between SST, GST hinges on nation's economic goals - MOF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71697186819_SST.jpg)
Choice between SST, GST hinges on nation's economic goals - MOF
Despite the differences in structures, both the SST and GST offer an important fiscal tool to fund government programmes and projects.
Fri Oct 13 2023
![Sound fiscal policy to support sustainable growth - PM Sound fiscal policy to support sustainable growth - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61697186385_TBAnwarIbrahimPar.jpg)
Sound fiscal policy to support sustainable growth - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said domestic spending continues to drive the momentum, underpinned by strong economic fundamentals.
Fri Oct 13 2023