Insight - Targeted fiscal support still needed


Lee Heng Guie SERC: A reduction in public sector demand would trigger a renewed contraction of the economy if the private sector has not recovered to take on as the growth’s driver seat. It’s not about only getting the right macro narrative; the impactful policies implementation must remain squarely in focus.

WITH the domestic economy at an early stage of recovery, albeit unevenly across sectors and businesses, accommodative monetary policy and fiscal support are incredibly important to ensure that the economic rebound and recovery will not turn anemic amid increasing concerns about an occurrence of a second wave of virus and the availability of vaccines.

Bank Negara’s monetary policy and liquidity measures are expected to remain in accommodative mode and will remain supportive in the foreseeable future.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

   

Next In Business News

Ringgit ends firmer against US dollar
KPJ Healthcare partners with Trustr for AI-driven healthcare solutions
Homeritz stays positive amid economic challenges
Unisem expects performance boost amid semiconductor recovery
Gadang wins RM280mil data centre contract
S P Setia unveils Casaville single-storey bungalows in Setia EcoHill, Semenyih
FBM KLCI rebounds to hit fresh two-year high
Asian FX subdued after mixed US data; equities set for weekly gains
Global manufacturing activity recovery to continue gradually into 2024 - S&P Global
Country Garden plans to present debt revamp plan in second half, sources say

Others Also Read