Medium-term outlook for manufacturing positive


Kenanga Research said the buoyant trade and investment performance would accelerate the manufacturing sector recovery.

PETALING JAYA: Despite June data indicating a slight contraction in Malaysia’s manufacturing activity, the market remains optimistic about the medium-term outlook.

This positive sentiment is supported by improving trade and investment flows, among other positive indicators, in the country.

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