SME News
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2023-05-18
Sarawak commercial bank welcomed, but must cater to state, SMEs’ needs
SMALL and medium enterprises (SMEs) are an essential part of any country’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, economic growth and innovation. Despite being the driving forces, they often face challenges, mainly limited a...
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2023-05-18
Sibu entrepreneur suggests more venues to exhibit indigenous crafts
SIBU (May 18): Local entrepreneur Dr Gregory Hii Sui Cheng suggests more exhibition venues be set up at major entry points in Kuching, Sibu, Miri and Bintulu as a place for tourists to visit and buy local indigenous crafts, especially rottan products...
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2023-05-18
Consider limiting reliance on China for 5G rollout, says expert
PETALING JAYA: A geopolitical expert says Malaysia may want to limit the extent of its cooperation with Chinese companies for its 5G rollout due to security concerns. James M Dorsey of S Rajaratnam School of International Studies said these concer...
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2023-05-17
Moody's expects Malaysia's strong Islamic finance growth to continue for next 12 to 18 months
KUALA LUMPUR: Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) expects strong Islamic finance growth in Malaysia to continue over the next 12 to 18 months supported by more government initiatives and digital banking. Financial institutions group an...
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2023-05-17
Malaysia's inflation rises to 3.3% in 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's inflation in 2022 rose to 3.3 per cent versus 2.5 per cent in 2021, with the index points standing at 127.2 last year versus 123.1 in 2021, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM). Chief statistician Datuk Se...