High-speed rail key to Bandar Malaysia’s success, says economist
Prof Yeah proposed sustainable development of the Bandar Malaysia project through linking it with the high-speed rail project to Singapore, preventing a retail and commercial space glut.
The State of the Nation: Disinflationary pattern strengthens further rate cut odds
Prof Yeah provides an analysis of Brent crude oil prices in light of the global economic slowdown caused by COVID-19.
How will Malaysia's environment fare after the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions?
Prof Yeah noted that the three stimulus packages totalled RM35 billion (US$8 billion) in direct government spending.
Economist sees loss of glamour in paper qualifications post-Covid-19
Prof Yeah said a lot of industries would change the way they operate. The medical industry, for example, might undergo a transformation towards telemedicine.
Umno-PPBM merger unlikely, say analysts
Prof James Chin argues that Prime Minister Muhyiddin would want to keep his focus on consolidating his position as prime minister.
Change in spending behaviour
Prof Yeah said rising unemployment would not bode well for private consumption, which makes up nearly 60pc of the country’s gross domestic product.
Malaysia’s Mahathir Kicked out of Party He Founded
Prof James mentions that Muhyiddin Yassin is burning bridges with Mahathir as he is planning to register PN as a formal coalition.
Contraction of economy in Singapore will have drastic impact on businesses and supply chain
Prof Yeah said exports to Singapore are expected to decline, alongside an already declining demand for Malaysian labour.
Dent in Malaysians' spending
Prof Yeah said rising unemployment would not bode well for private consumption, which makes up nearly 60 per cent of the country’s gross domestic product.
Cracks beginning to show in PH, says analyst
Prof James said PKR seemed to be the weak link in PH right now, adding that there was a possibility of more defections from Anwar’s party to Perikatan Nasional (PN).
Plenty of scheming until next Parliament session, say experts
Wong Chin Huat mentions that the current government will stay on for a while unless the economy hits bottom and erodes its legitimacy
Uncertainties cast shadow on Malaysia
Prof. Wong Chin Huat and Prof James Chin comments on Malaysia's efforts to revive an economy battered by the pandemic.
