PH likely to pass a vote of no confidence 鈥 Analysts
Prof Dr James Chin said this is because Pakatan Harapan (PH) could still show its dissatisfaction with the new prime minister.
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.
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 鈥榟its the nail on the head鈥
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng assumes the package has to be funded entirely through borrowings, Malaysia鈥檚 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 鈥渁s long as it is within prudential limits鈥.
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.
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.
Malaysia鈥檚 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.
Stimulus package 鈥榗lever鈥, say economists, but employers call it 鈥榤uddled鈥
Prof. Yeah Kim Leng said it was crucial to support low-income households.
Should GPS stay neutral?
Prof James Chin said Abang Johari鈥檚 job 鈥渋s on the line鈥 facing his first electoral test, and all the political noise is something he does not need at this stage.
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.
