budget 2024

Budget 2024: SST Threshold Increase Requested By Stakeholders

Associations that support tourism have urged the government to raise the annual Sales and Services Tax…

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The 12MP midterm review emphasizes social security and economic prospects

The 12MP midterm review emphasizes social security and economic prospects

Economists believe the 12MP midterm review will improve social safety and provide Malaysians more income options.

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uob

UOB Introduces Three Programmes To Assist Employees

According to UOB, it would gradually roll out more comprehensive assistance for its employees at all…

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Open employment for ex-convicts to replace foreign workers

Businesswoman accused of falsifying over RM120,000 Penjana Kerjaya claims

A beauty company owner submitted false documents to claim incentives amounting to more than RM120,000 under…

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occupational injuries

Occupational Injuries Increased In 2022

Johor, Kuala Lumpur, Pulau Pinang, and Perak all had higher than average rates of occupational injuries…

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Investment by Daiso will boost Selangor's economy

Investment by Daiso will boost Selangor’s economy

The world's largest distribution hub for the well-known Japanese home goods retailer Daiso will be built…

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AMRO warns inflation may return

AMRO warns inflation may return

The return of global food and energy price challenges in recent months has raised concerns about…

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GST could yield over RM19 billion in tax revenue

GST could yield over RM19 billion in tax revenue

The government could generate an excess of RM19 billion in tax revenue in 2022 if it…

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The haze's detrimental effect on the economy

The detrimental effect of haze on the economy

As haze returns to the clouds of Southeast Asia, so do the costs of dealing with…

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Over 75,000 US health care workers start a 3-day strike

Over 75,000 US health care workers start a 3-day strike

On Wednesday, more than 75,000 unionized employees walked off the job. This was the largest strike…

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Malaysia's GDP projection will remain unchanged at 4%-5%

Malaysia’s GDP projection will remain unchanged at 4%-5%

Malaysia's Deputy Finance Minister, Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan, says that the country's GDP is still expected…

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Subsidies are expected to hit RM81 billion this year

Subsidies are expected to hit RM81 billion this year

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says that subsidies for electricity, fuel, and food will likely cost more…

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Belanjawanku suggests single people can survive on RM2,600 a month

Belanjawanku suggests single people can survive on RM2,600 a month

According to a study by the SWRC, a single person living in Klang Valley may manage…

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World Bank

World Bank: Malaysia’s Economy Expected To Decline In 2023 Before Picking Up In 2024

According to the World Bank, Malaysia's GDP would contract to 3.9% this year before rebounding to…

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migrant workers

Malaysia Says Firms That Hired Stranded Migrant Workers To Face Action

Malaysia announced on Monday that it will penalise businesses and revoke the licences of employment agencies…

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34,216 Occupation-Related Injury Cases Recorded in 2022

A total of 34,216 occupational injury cases were recorded in Malaysia in 2022, with 312 fatal…

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investors

Investors Sold Net Amounts Of Malaysian Stocks

Following two weeks of net purchasing, foreign investors last week switched to net selling on Bursa…

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Korea

Korea Will Give Priority To Workers Who Speak Korean

An immigrant's ability in the Korean language will be valued more highly than other abilities as…

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