expected to normalise in the second quarter of this year, driven by a seasonally stronger first

As a born optimist, I consider 2021 to have been a year of recovery.... But the global recovery remains uneven, owing to countries’ varying pre-pandemic economic conditions and divergent stimulus policies.To be sure, covid-19 vaccines have been a game-changer.... Rising vaccination rates boosted herd immunity, creating opportunities to ease restrictions and jump-start the economy....

greenback, supported by the steady crude oil prices and the positive sentiment brought about by the

prices may have averted further declines, although heightened global geopolitical tensions

PETALING JAYA: Gadang Holdings Bhd earnings is expected to be more robust in the second half of its financial year ending May 31, 2022( FY22) following the relaxation of movement restrictions, according to TA Securities Research.As of end-November 2021, the group’s outstanding construction order book stood at RM485mil, translating to about 1.3 times FY21 construction revenue, noted the research unit. Gadang’s subsidiaries are involved in civil engineering and construction, property development,

it foresees stronger prospects for the remainder of the year. According to the research firm, retail

it foresees stronger prospects for the remainder of the year. According to the research firm, retail

underpinned by stronger domestic demand, continued expansion in external demand, and further

year-end. RHB Research expects stronger earnings momentum for the group in the financial year

Exchange fell on Monday on stronger-than-expected job data. The most active gold contract for February