In line with expectations, BNM kept the OPR at 3.00%. This on the back of a cautious view on the global economy with  further monetary tightening in advanced economies and slower China economic recovery. What then is the monetary policy direction for the rest of the year and the GDP outlook? Questions we pose to Julia Goh, Senior Economist, UOB Malaysia.



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In line with expectations, BNM kept the OPR at 3.00%. This on the back of a cautious view on the global economy with further monetary tightening in advanced economies and slower China economic recovery. What then is the monetary policy direction for the rest of the year and the GDP outlook? Questions we pose to Julia Goh, Senior Economist, UOB Malaysia.Image by: Shutterstock

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