Finance minister says govt optimistic due to positive economic indicators.

GDP rebound last year bodes well for post-pandemic performance.

Tourism, economy in dire need of boost to generate growth, says National Recovery Council chief

Outlook report says continuation of Covid-19 economic stimulus packages will have spillover effects, boost growth.

Third wave of infections ‘playing out to a far greater extent’ than expected, says credit rating agency.

Grocery, utility bills go up, as do purchases to make life at home more comfortable.

Economy contracts 0.5% in Q1, but keeping sectors open will see country through, says Nor Shamsiah.

‘Start-stop’ nature of measures don’t bode well for sentiments, says lender.

Reaching into KWAN funds, raising statutory debt limit shows govt needs whatever resources available.

Situation will improve after economy stabilises, says federation.

Vaccine rollout fuelling consumption and brighter prospects, says central bank governor.

However, agency says policy and institutional reforms needed to reach ranks of leading and developed economies.

More firms hiring professionals, absenteeism, sick leave linked to mental health issues.

Fall in market not due to economic factors but unanticipated spike in inflation.

Call to extend wage subsidies, provide more subsidies to meet growth target.