SME News
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2022-04-20
Higher minimum wage does not mean higher unemployment
PETALING JAYA: The implementation of a RM1,500 minimum monthly wage from May 1, with exemption for some sectors, is not expected to increase Malaysia’s unemployment rate, although it could have a negative impact on small and medium enterpr...
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2022-04-20
RCEP set to propel Malaysia's recovery plan
THE Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement has been ratified by Malaysia, signalling an important part of the trade liberalisation process for the country. The agreement is noteworthy because it includes 30 per cent of the wo...
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2022-04-20
Retail traffic up after border reopening
THERE are already positive signs the country’s economy is starting to recover, say business associations. Malaysia Shopping Malls Association (PPK) southern region representative Farrer Tan said there was strong interest from new tenants and...
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2022-04-20
China lockdowns will have impact on Malaysia’s trade down the line
PETALING JAYA: Lockdowns in China are expected to have repercussions on Malaysia, as the world’s second largest economy struggles with port shutdowns as part of its zero Covid-19 pandemic strategy, according to Inter-Pacific Securities Sdn Bhd ...
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2022-04-20
BSN financing scheme helps restore MSMEs’ capabilities
BANK Simpanan Nasional (BSN) has launched is the BSN Micro/i SemarakNiaga Financing Scheme under the Semarak Niaga Keluarga Malaysia Programme. The financing allocated under Budget 2022 with a fund of RM800 million aims to continuously help Malays...