Inflation

Oil Prices Rise as US Fed Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points

The Federal Reserve lowered rates to 3.75–4.00%, ending quantitative tightening and signaling a shift toward economic support.

5 months ago

US Inflation Holds at 3% in September as Fed Eyes Another Rate Cut

US inflation remained at 3% in September, slightly below expectations, as the Fed considers another rate cut amid slowdown.

5 months ago

Malaysians Spend RM5,566 Monthly in 2024, with Housing and Dining Out Leading Expenses

DOSM survey shows Malaysians’ average spending hit RM5,566 monthly in 2024, dominated by housing, utilities, and rising dining-out habits.

6 months ago

Malaysia’s CPI Inflation Inches Up to 1.3% in August

Malaysia’s CPI rose slightly to 1.3% in August, driven by higher food-away inflation, urban pressures.

6 months ago

Markets Brace for Fed Rate Cut as Global Central Banks Hold Steady

Global markets anticipate a US Federal Reserve rate cut this week amid central bank meetings worldwide, reflecting economic resilience and…

7 months ago

BNM Holds OPR at 2.75% to Support Growth Amid Global Uncertainty

BNM maintains OPR at 2.75%, citing steady growth, moderate inflation, resilient domestic demand, and ongoing global uncertainties affecting outlook.

7 months ago

Analysts revised Malaysia’s full-year GDP forecast upward to 4.3% from 4.0%.

Malaysia’s GDP grew 4.4% in 2Q25, supported by services and construction, despite weak net exports and slower manufacturing expansion.

8 months ago

Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty, Faces Internal Dissent

The US Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 4.25%-4.50%, facing dissent and political pressure amid inflation concerns and economic uncertainty.

8 months ago

OPR Cut Supports Growth Amid Benign Inflation, Further Cut Possible by End-2025

Maybank expects Malaysia's inflation to remain low, with further OPR cuts possible amid economic challenges and risks.

8 months ago

Amir Hamzah: SST Can Control Cascading Price Effects

Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah says targeted SST expansion controls cascading price effects without burdening people, keeping inflation manageable.

9 months ago

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