All eyes on Muhyiddin as maiden Budget falls under microscope
Prof Wong Chin Huat believes the Opposition’s scrutiny of the Budget wil look to force concessions by exploiting the coalition’s uncertain majority.
Big spending budget expected to drive 6.5% growth
Prof. James Chin commented that the Malaysian 2021 budget is catered towards COVID-19, spending big in order to restart the economy,
Interest rate cut: Maybe next year
Prof. Yeah said the unchanged interest rate signalled that the financial condition in Malaysia remains stable and accommodative.
CSA preferable to PM change, says academic
Prof Wong Chin Huat suggests that a confidence and supply agreement should not be disregarded as an effective tool to stabilise politics in the country.
Coronavirus strikes Malaysian parliament, but glimmer of hope for budget
Prof Wong Chin Huat said former PM Najib could officially command the action of UMNO lawmakers, giving him a lot of bargaining power.
Jobs come first
Prof Yeah Kim Leng provides input on Malaysia's pathways for job creation amidst the COVID-19 economic recovery.
No Way Out
Prof Wong Chin Huat said an election should not be postponed when the date has been fixed, such as the case of the US elections.
Adequate fiscal space to accommodate Malaysia’s largest ever budget, say economists
Prof Yeah Kim Leng is of the view that a temporary spike in domestically funded government borrowings is not a concern.
Price tag: Strict conditions if gov't allows EPF withdrawals
Prof. Yeah said the government should fix a cap of RM1,000 a month depending on the amount in Account 1 of contributors.
People torn over Account 1 suggestion
Prof. Yeah said allowing EPF contributors to withdraw money from their Account 1 should be done only as a last resort because the provident savings were critical for contributors.
More businesses risk liquidation
Prof. Yeah said demand has slumped sharply as consumers are holding back purchases, which have slowed domestic economic activities.
Budget meant to prop up the economy, says economist
Prof Yeah Kim Leng comments on various areas of the 2021 Perikatan government's budget thrusts.
