Foreign holdings of M’sian bonds fell by RM4.2b in May, lowest since Dec 2011
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MARC views stimulus package as critical buffer against sharp slowdown in Malaysian economy
Posted Date : 11 Mar 2009 The second stimulus package unveiled by the Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib, is a bold effort by the government to boost domestic growth in the wake of rapidly deteriorating global economic conditions. Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad (MARC) views the RM60 billion stimulus package, which represents 9% of Malaysia’s
As reality bites, MARC lowers its 2009 forecast for Malaysian GDP to 2.5%
Posted Date : 02 Jan 2009 MARC has revised its forecast of Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2009 to 2.5% from its October’s projection of 3.5% as a result of the continuing uncertain outlook for the global macro economy combined with moderating consumer demand which would dampen domestic economic growth prospects. As shockwaves from the global
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Slower economic growth and lower bond issuance but recession not on the cards
Posted Date : 05 Nov 2008 MARC anticipates the ongoing weakness of the US economy to trigger a global recession in 2009 that will have an adverse impact on Malaysia’s economic performance next year. The impact will likely to filter through as sharp moderation in the external sector as lower demand hits Malaysia’s export sector.
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MARC forecasts Malaysia’s 2009 GDP growth at 3.5% : Resilient amid global financial dislocation
Posted Date : 20 Oct 2008 MARC views that the ongoing global turbulence roiling the financial markets will likely trigger a global recession in 2009 and accordingly forecasts Malaysia’s GDP growth for next year at 3.5%. The world’s largest economy and Malaysia’s single largest trading partner, the United States (US) is likely to experience its
MARC lowers its 2008 GDP growth forecast to 5.2%; Revises its estimate of new bond issuances down to RM40 – 45 billion
Posted Date : 17 Jul 2008 MARC foresees a moderation in Malaysia’s GDP growth in the 2H2008 as the domestic economy adjusts to the decelerating global economic activity and the recent larger-than-expected fuel hike. Growth trajectory in the 2H2008 will largely hinge on the speed and magnitude of this adjustment. Inflation is expected to be
A modest retreat in credit fundamentals ahead?
Posted Date : 10 Jun 2008 The year 2008 had started out as rather picture perfect despite slowing global growth and turbulence in international markets. Indicators such as retail sales growth, auto sales, home sales and consumer credit growth exhibited strength, and the economy showed good momentum. As the second half of 2008 commences, MARC
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