Demand for healthcare seen to remain robust

KPJ Healthcare Bhd and IHH Healthcare Bhd expect input costs to increase by 2% to 4% when the GST kicks in on April 1.

But GST expected to weigh on margins

PETALING JAYA: Healthcare demand will remain robust on the back of an ageing nation, increasing health awareness and improving economic well-being, but margins may come under pressure because of the goods and services tax (GST), said analysts.