Pause policy changes to protect businesses


Socio-Economic Research Centre executive director Lee Heng Guie.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s domestic demand may come under pressure should there be a sharp slowdown in exports arising from the ongoing tariff war.

Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC) executive director Lee Heng Guie warned that weaker export growth could lead to reduced loan demand among businesses, higher unemployment and softer retail spending.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Business News

Trump hikes US global tariff rate to 15%
The parcel overhang
Zero abandoned homes�by�2030?
Unmasking housing market pricing abuses
Ringgit likely to trade cautiously next week ahead of key US data
Powering a new reinvestment cycle as demand surges
Up in Arms - or up the value chain?
Asia bonds for diversification
AI disruption fears rock markets
Private equity hits a sixer

Others Also Read