Economic Studies Press

RM10b for SMEs good but lasting measures still needed, analysts say

Prof Yeah says that the stimulus package given by the government would aid SME's but will not change the effect that they have faced during the MCO period.

SMEs impacted by delayed government aid

Prof Yeah comments on the delayed government incentive for SMEs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Pump RM150 billion cash into economy, says economist

Prof Yeah state that Malaysia's economy might be in a worse state if the Movement Control Order (MCO) were to extend further than the current expiry date.

Coronavirus: Malaysia announces US$2.3 billion third stimulus package for economy

Prof Yeah weighs in on the Malaysia government's stimulus package to support households and the economy.

Forex market will be less volatile as a result of Fed move: Analyst

Prof Yeah weighs in on the expected US dollar declination due to the global pandemic and how it will affect Malaysia's economy.

MCO extension likely, but with more lenient restrictions

Prof Yeah opine on how the government should handle the country's economy if the Movement Control Order (MCO) were to extend.

Cover Story: Doing whatever it takes

Prof Yeah gave a remark on the amount of the government's stimulus package for the citizens during the Movement Control Order (MCO).

Govt should consider doubling wage subsidies, says economist

Prof Yeah mentions that employers and the government should consider easing of employees burden by doubling their wages subsidies during the pandemic.

Calm the itch to raise taxes, Putrajaya told

Prof Yeah Kim Leng comments on the possibility of the government raising the taxes after Covid-19 pandemic is over.

The Edge Weekly Cover Story: Doing Whatever It Takes

Dr Yeah Kim Leng says the amount provided by the stimulus is adequate if the Movement Control Order is not expanded beyond the current schedule.

Top GLC execs urged to take pay cuts

Prof Yeah encourages GLC's top executives taking a salary cut in midst of the Covid-19 outbreak to help people that are suffering.

Economists laud efforts to help B40 group ride out MCO

Prof. Yeah Kim Leng said the government aid is a layer of protection that will prevent some of the B40 group members from falling into poverty.