Should GPS stay neutral?
Prof James Chin said Abang Johari’s job “is on the line” facing his first electoral test, and all the political noise is something he does not need at this stage.
Stimulus package ‘clever’, say economists, but employers call it ‘muddled’
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng said it was crucial to support low-income households.
Mahathir resignation leaves coalition's campaign promises hanging
Prof James Chin said The Mahathir-led government had a steep learning curve, as most of the cabinet ministers were inexperienced.
Analyst: Sabah, Sarawak should play hardball if new coalition comes knocking
Prof. James Chin said Parti Warisan Sabah and Gabungan Parti Sarawak could contribute 27 seats to the rumoured Perikatan Nasional (PN) to tip the balance in its favour.
Malaysian leader and elder statesman, offers to resign amid power struggle
"This will give [Mahathir] maximum flexibility; he can start everything on a clean new slate," said Prof. James Chin. "He holds all the cards."
Malaysia’s Mahathir unexpectedly quit as prime minister — but he could come back
Prof James Chin, comments on how ex-Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir was outmaneuvered by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin in February 2020 to CNBC
Pros and cons to lowering EPF contribution rates
Professor Dr Yeah Kim Leng believes that employees must be given the option to choose whether to lower their contribution rate or keep to the present percentage.
Cover Story: Redefining the M40
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng says it is worth noting that the B40, M40 and T20 thresholds change with the country’s gross national income.
Ringgit weakens past 4.18 against US dollar amid Asian currencies sell-off
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng opined that weaker currencies are inevitable due to the low interest environment with widened fiscal deficits as stimulus packages are being rolled out.
Malaysia must be ready to confront an epidemic
Three of JCI's staff warn Malaysians and the Malaysian government to prepare for the COVID-19 epidemic.
Business sector shares proposals
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng hopes the economic stimulus package would ensure a “Malaysians helping Malaysia” approach to spur domestic demand.
Consumers get lower borrowing cost, more cash with OPR cut
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng mentions that said for individuals and businesses that have bank loans with variable interest rates, the OPR cut will translate into lower interest servicing payments.
