Ringgit well supported despite OPR cut
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng says the local unit came under pressure due to the Covid-19 virus outbreak and could have seen the worst once the new government is constituted
Experts weigh in if new govt will revive GST and HSR
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng gives reasons to why it is unlikely that GST would make a reappearance any time soon.
RM20 billion package ‘insurance’ for Malaysia
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng states that the economic stimulus package exceeded the forecast of the private sector on the impact of Covid-19 on the Malaysian economy.
Malaysia's 94-Year-Old Prime Minister Is Out. The New Leader Is Likely to Inflame Racial Tensions
Dr James Chin said “He is likely to steer the country in a more conservative, and a more Malay, Islamic way.”
PH likely to pass a vote of no confidence – Analysts
Prof Dr James Chin said this is because Pakatan Harapan (PH) could still show its dissatisfaction with the new prime minister.
Analyst tells why a PH government, minus PPBM, may not last
Prof Dr James Chin said that if Anwar succeeds in becoming PM, he will bring in more Malays.
A booster shot that ‘hits the nail on the head’
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng assumes the package has to be funded entirely through borrowings, Malaysia’s debt level will only be raised by a minimal 0.2% of GDP from the current 70% level.
Tax reliefs and loan deferrals in Covid-19 stimulus package?
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng suggests a tax break to stimulate spending in the affected industries and as a relief to cash-strapped firms and businesses would not be an issue “as long as it is within prudential limits”.
Mahathir, Muhyiddin or Anwar? Wait for outcome of March 2 special Dewan Rakyat sitting, says analyst
Prof Dr James Chin said the March 2 Parliament session was not confirmed until an outcome of the Conference of Rulers meeting today.
Ringgit will not face extreme volatility thanks to managed float
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng mentioned that despite troubles, the currency is unlikely to decline to its worst even after the new government is constituted.
Political mess impedes policies implementation
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng stated that said market investors are looking for political stability above any other concerns that affect the economy.
Malaysia’s Geriatric Palace Intrigues Are Causing Political Turmoil
Prof James Chin said that hushed, closed-door meetings, backdoor plots, and obtuse power plays are a very typical Malaysian way of doing politics.
