Gradual uptick in CPI likely in second half


PETALING JAYA: Inflationary pressure in Malaysia is expected to rise towards the second half of this year on improving aggregate demand amid better economic prospects.

In addition, the impending fuel-subsidy rationalisation is expected to push up the country’s inflation, as measured by changes in the consumer price index (CPI).

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