SME News
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2023-01-18
Bank Negara to raise OPR to 3.25pct by March, says Bank Islam chief economist
KUALA LUMPUR: Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to raise its overnight policy rate (OPR) by 25 basis points (bps) tomorrow and another 25 basis points in March, pushing the OPR to 3.25 per cent. Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd chief economist Firdaos...
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2023-01-18
MITI cautious on 2023 trade growth prospects, prepared to help industries
DAVOS: Although global trade is expected to hit a record US$32 trillion (RM138.6 trillion) in 2022, the outlook is rather gloomy for 2023 due to continuing geopolitical tensions, high energy prices, rising interest rates and persistent inflation, Int...
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2023-01-17
Malaysian employees’ income expected to increase up to 20% in 2023: Report
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s workforce are expected to experience salary increments between three to 20 per cent, depending on the industry, especially when it comes to technology and manufacturing highly likely to see major income upgrades. NS...
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2023-01-17
Malaysian workers lack skills for complex jobs
PETALING JAYA: Malaysian workers, especially those in the IT sector, are unprepared for complex jobs because of their lack of skills. However, there is little opportunity for them to get the proper training to raise their skill levels or to acquir...
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2023-01-17
Miti to attract foreign investments, explore global business opportunities at WEF: Zafrul
DAVOS, Switzerland: The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (Miti) will not only attract foreign investments to Malaysia but is also exploring international business opportunities for Malaysian companies at the World Economic Forum (WEF) her...