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.
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