BNM and Economy
Impossible that inflation in Malaysia is so low lah.
Impossible that inflation in Malaysia is so low lah. Refer to the chart below to see where global inflation is and where inflation is for
Impossible that inflation in Malaysia is so low lah. Refer to the chart below to see where global inflation is and where inflation is for
Malaysia’s 2026 GDP expected to grow fastest since 2022! I know, it’s almost a certainty that people would question the number. “I am not earning
If interest rates go up, do property prices go up or down?
Are there Malaysian ports in top 10 in the world? Why is this important anyway. Simple answer, Yes. Port Klang sits right on the edge
Learning Series: Economic Growth, Inflation And Interest Rates: They Are All Intertwined Sometimes, we read about GDP growth and think, “Okay, Malaysia’s economy is growing.”
Expats loved (and will continue to love) Malaysia. Period. Probably 25 years ago, when a Japanese expat in my first company was told that he
Malaysia’s Financial Markets Remain Resilient One important thing we need to note before we buy a property is also what’s happening with the economy. When
Understanding Malaysia’s 1.6 Birth Rate and Its Impact on the Future Back in August 2015, I wrote about Malaysia’s fertility rate dropping to 1.9. At
Your mortgage payment stays the same! What did BNM say about out current OPR? Reference: bnm.gov.my Monetary Policy Statement Embargo : Not for publication or broadcast
Tourism is money to the local business, which country has the most? Do you currently operate a homestay business? This article tells you that your
Malaysia has yet to reach the levels we were in before 2018. We do not need to go even further but suffice to say, that I personally do believe countries which has trade surplus should have a stronger currency while countries with a big deficit should have a weaker currency. This is how the trade balance is remedied. When Malaysia is exporting, the country which is importing would pay us in RM. So, of course demand for RM should increase and this should support the value. I know, this sounds simple. Else, please tell me how and why do currencies fluctuate then? For the purpose of speculative investment? Hmm….
The article highlights Malaysia’s positive economic indicators, including controlled inflation at 1.6%, a low unemployment rate of 2.9%, and a GDP growth of 5.7%. Despite good news, there is a tendency for negative content to attract more attention. Government support initiatives are also mentioned, benefitting millions.