Tag: economy

Beyond ESG: Impact Investing Is About Better Business, Not Lower Returns

Impact investing need not mean sacrificing returns, panellists at the Malaysia Private Capital Forum 2026 say, as investors increasingly look beyond ESG labels to measurable outcomes while Malaysia’s alternative financing platforms grapple with exits, governance and repeat capital.

Malaysia Private Capital: Liew Urges Turning Economic Challenges Into Investable Opportunities

Malaysia private capital is entering a new phase as shifting global conditions create opportunities to move up the value chain, strengthen the country’s regional position and turn emerging economic challenges into new areas for investment, Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said.
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Is Pushing Foreigners Out of the Country Really the Best Policy for Economic Growth?

By Andy Davison At the risk of being accused of succumbing to self-interest, I am forced to ask whether the government really believes it’s best...

Malaysia dimming performance outlook drives investors away

A year ago the key focus was to “save Malaysia” from the evil Barisan Nasional regime that many claimed have been in power too...

Australian property prices to see more falls this year

Citi Research suggest that Australian property market prices are at risk of falling more than 10 percent this year. “Among the roughly 60 economies under...

Nomura downgrades Malaysian shares, warns credit rating may take a hit next

Japanese bank Nomura has downgraded Malaysian shares, saying the new government's lack of "significant reform push" could lead to a worsening fiscal position and a...

Malaysians welcome 2019 in sombre mood

In stark contrast to 2017 ending, Malaysians ushered in the new year in darker mood mainly due to the New Malaysia they wanted isn’t...