BoJ keeps April policy shift on table
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is on track to end negative interest rates in the coming months despite the economy’s…
Category: Economy
Enhancing investment opportunities
As the unity government under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim progressively consolidated its power last year, a new series…
Growth in 2023 moderates to 3.7%
Slower global trade, the global tech downcycle, geopolitical tensions and tighter monetary policies globally had weighed on Malaysia’s gross domestic…
New gameplan key to staying relevant
In recent decades, investments have taken a backseat in the Malaysian economy, as the country becomes more consumption-driven.
Singapore announces expanded social, corporate support in 2024
Singapore's Finance Minister Lawrence Wong says the 2024 budget will boost spending to counter inflationary pressures on households and businesses…
Philippine rate pause likely as focus shifts to timing of cuts
The Philippine central bank is poised to extend its interest-rate pause for a third straight meeting, as the focus shifts…
Taking another shot with next-gen H3 rocket
Japan will try again this weekend to launch its new flagship rocket, the H3, in a bid to restore its…
Startups hope for support in Singapore’s Budget 2024 for digitalisation
The republic’s startups are seeking more government support in the light of global challenges and rapid technological advancements that may…
Argentina’s inflation soars above 250% in January
Argentina’s monthly inflation slowed slightly in January, but the prices of key goods and services rose 254% year-on-year, the statistics…