Policy Brief

Governments and policymakers alike recognize the potential implications of public holidays on market performance and overall economic stability. The landscape…

The wage-productivity paradox refers to a situation where wages and productivity levels are not proportionally aligned. Our empirical assessment indicates…

The main purpose of this Policy Brief is to shed light on the ideal wage system for an economy, providing…

This Policy Brief presents an overview of the three main limitations of the current wage system become the major stumbling…

Increasing wages in a low-wage economy is vital for improving living standards, reducing income inequality, and stimulating overall economic growth.…

The Labour Market Competitiveness Index (LMCI)empowers policymakers with reliable and up-to-date information, enabling them to identify gaps, align policies with…

Changes in the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) can affect household spending by influencing the cost of borrowing for households. Higher…

The rapid economic growth experienced by Malaysia in its pursuit of becoming a high-income nation has been charted by higher…

Leveraging Wage and Non-Wage Solutions for Faster Recruitment

The size of skill underutilization in Malaysia is expanding and seen to be persistent over time, depicting a structural nature…