Beyond merely chasing foreign investments
Realised investments should be assessed by the outcomes of their execution, including whether they create the right spillover effects that improve income levels and generate jobs, says Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Thai exporters brace for US court tariff ruling
Thailand's exporters are closely watching a US Supreme Court ruling due today on President Donald Trump's "reciprocal tariff" policy, with officials warning the decision could become a turning point for global trade conditions and Thailand's 2026 outlook.
Beijing expands equipment‑renewal push to bolster demand
With the imbalance between strong supply and lukewarm domestic demand still existing, China's renewed push for large-scale equipment upgrades in 2026 is expected to reinforce domestic demand, stimulate productive investment and advance greener, smarter industrial upgrading.
Vietnam steps up price controls before New Year
The Finance Ministry has called for stronger price management before, during and after Tet, the Lunar New Year, to prevent abnormal fluctuations during the peak holiday period when consumer demand typically surges.
SBF, PwC outline 18 recommendations
Singapore's apex business chamber is urging the government to boost intellectual property (IP) financing, hasten Asean integration, and work with businesses to support the hiring and retention of older workers.
American monetary policy well positioned
Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of New York president John Williams says he expects a healthy economy in 2026 and indicated he sees no near-term reason to cut interest rates.
Pimco, PGIM think Trump’s Fed fight will drive up rates
At big bond firms like Pacific Investment Management Co (Pimco), PGIM and DWS Group, money managers warn that President Donald Trump's assault on the Federal Reserve's (Fed) independence is at odds with his goal of pulling down interest rates.
HK sees innovation, tech efforts bear fruit
HONG KONG: From the first homegrown chip to the rapid rise in global innovation rankings, Hong Kong has accelerated its pivot toward innovation and technology (I&T) over the past year, positioning the sector as a critical new engine for growth alongside its traditional economic pillars.
Required low-carbon investment for OIC averages 1.4% of GDP - Bank Negara deputy governor
KUALA LUMPUR: The investment required for the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries to pursue low-carbon strategies averages 1.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) and rises to over 5.0 per cent for low-income members, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Deputy Governor Adnan Zaylani Mohamad Zahid said today.
Consumer demand expected to remain firm
PETALING JAYA: Local businesses that sell and distribute goods to consumers, or what is termed "distributive trade" in industry parlance, saw a slight slowdown in growth in November 2025, with overall trade expanding 6.4% year-on-year (y-o-y) but dipping 1.2% month-on-month.
