SME News
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2024-01-15
Volvo Malaysia awaits details on HVGT, hopes EV adoption rises
KUALA LUMPUR: Volvo Malaysia hopes that the soon-to-be-implemented High-Value Goods Tax (HVGT) will be given careful consideration to ensure that the luxury tax does not undermine concerted efforts to entice Malaysians to switch to electric vehicles ...
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2024-01-15
Islamic digital bank expansion to enhance Malaysia's robust standing: Moody's
KUALA LUMPUR: Moody's Investors Service expects the expansion in its Islamic banking sector to enhance Malaysia's robust standing in the global Islamic finance industry. The ratings agency deemed this development as credit positive, citing...
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2024-01-15
The future of work is here and it’s flexible
MALAYSIA’S gig economy is on the rise but there are questions over its long-term value to the wider economy. One significant trend is the increasing inclination of school leavers towards gig work, which, while offering immediate income, can ...
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2024-01-15
High employment level due to rising cost of living
PETALING JAYA: Despite improving job statistics, economists believe that the declining unemployment figures do not represent a reflection of a resilient economy. At least, not yet. Malaysia University of Science and Technology economics professor ...
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2024-01-15
Positive signs emerging for Malaysia’s economy, says HSBC
PETALING JAYA: HSBC Global Research said positive signs of recovery have emerged for Malaysia’s economy since the second half of last year (H2 2023), prompting it to keep its forecast for Malaysia’s economic growth in 2024 at 4.5%. The...

