KUALA LUMPUR: For Asia's sake, the United States's growth momentum must remain strong, said OCBC Bank economist Wellian Wiranto today. This is because if the growth falters it would see President Donald Trump's protectionist instincts go on hyper drive. Also, a slower growth may tempt Trump to blame others and play up the notion of geopolitical threats. Meanwhile, a stable Chinese economy will help to cushion things for Asia added Wiranto. Bank Negara Malaysia is not expected to cut the Overnight Policy Rate in 2017, he added.

Source: New Strait Times February 07, 2017 03:22 UTC