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23MarMarch 23, 2024

Bitcoin interest in Argentina hits 20-month high as inflation soars above 270%

As Argentina’s inflation climbs, Bitcoin gains popularity over fiat currencies, driving increased crypto purchases and scam activity. In Argentina, where inflation has surged to staggering levels, Bitcoin is emerging as a preferred hedge against economic instability, Bloomberg reports, citing data compiled by a local crypto exchange Lemon Cash. Lemon Cash’s data reveals a significant uptick in Bitcoin transactions, nearing their highest...

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31JanJanuary 31, 2024

DOSM estimates 3.4% growth in Malaysian economy in 4Q23

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's economy is estimated to grow at 3.4 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2023 (4Q 2023), representing a slight uptick from the previous quarter's growth of 3.3 per cent, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM). Chief statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin said notably, the services sector retained its position...

By James Limmalaysia, NewsDoSM, Inflation, Manufacturing Sector, Mohd Uzir Mahidin, Trade0 CommentsRead more...

10AugAugust 10, 2023

Moderate growth forecast for sector

PETALING JAYA: The good old days of the property market, when banks were eager to lend and buyers snapped up properties within minutes after launch, are unlikely to return – especially not in the next few years. “The euphoria of the 2011 market upcycle is long gone. Yes, the sentiment has improved in recent times, but...

By Stephanie Chanmalaysia, NewsInflation, Landbanks, Non-Performingloans, OPR, Overhang, Propertydevelopers, Propertymarket0 CommentsRead more...

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