SME News
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2022-06-15
Retail industry records 18.3% growth in 1Q
KUALA LUMPUR: The retail industry recorded a growth rate of 18.3% in the first quarter of 2022 (1Q22), spurred by better economic conditions and further easing of movement restrictions. This is comparable to the -9.9% contraction in retail sales d...
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2022-06-15
Malaysia ranks 32nd in 2022 IMD World Competitiveness ranking
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has been ranked 32nd in the 2022 International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR), down by seven positions from the 25th spot in 2021. In a statement, the centre said Thailand (33r...
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2022-06-15
Malaysia set to benefit from rising global semicon sales, says analyst
KUALA LUMPUR (June 15): The Southeast Asia semiconductor industry is set to benefit from rising global semiconductor sales. The Semiconductor Equipment & Materials International (SEMI) president for Southeast Asia Linda Tan said the group rema...
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2022-06-15
Malaysian employees seek attractive pay, work flexibility
RECRUITMENT firm Randstad Malaysia’s latest report revealed that Malaysian workers prefer employees who offer attractive salaries and benefits, which increased from 2% in 2021 to 74% in 2022. On the other hand, having a good work-life b...
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2022-06-15
Malaysia needs political stability for economic recovery
THE political instability which has led to the implementation of fluctuating and inconsistent policies will complicate Malaysia’s efforts to revive the economy. Former Deputy DG (Macro), Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister&rsq...