TV & MEDIA APPEARANCE
TV & MEDIA APPEARANCE
Travel bans an overreaction, dent hopes of quick recovery, says Dr Carmelo Ferlito (12/4/2021)
Economist Carmelo Ferlito (CEO of the Center for Market Education) says the continued ban on both interstate and international travel will certainly delay a fast economic recovery.
Housing market needs a reset button (7/4/2021)
Experts weigh in on what should be done to address the issue of rising property prices that have made home ownership an increasingly distant dream for many, in part 2 of our special report on the housing market.
Clarify how the country’s debt is calculated, says Dr Carmelo Ferlito (22/3/2021)
Economist Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education (www.marketedu.org), has voiced concern over the country’s rising debt, which is expected to hit RM975 billion in 2021.
Rent control will do more harm than good, with Tang Chee Meng and Dr Carmelo Ferlito (4/2/2021)
Rent control will do more harm than good, with Tang Chee Meng and Dr Carmelo Ferlito (4/2/2021).
Need Data To Make Better Decisions, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (25/1/2021)
Dr Carmelo Ferlito, CEO at the Center for Market Education, discusses with BFM 89.9 alternatives to imposing a total lockdown in Malaysia to balance economic and public health needs.
Strict lockdowns are a recipe for disaster, warns economist, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (24/1/2021)
Strict lockdowns could plunge people into poverty and dent investor confidence, warns economist, Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education, Malaysia, interviewed by Free Malaysia Today.
The Housing Crisis in a Malaysian Context, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (22/01/2021)
Traditionally, owning a home is seen as a goal for most Malaysians. But as times change, sentiments have shifted. Prices of homes are increasing while wages remain stagnant, so owning a home for the average household in Malaysia is becoming less and less achievable. Dr Carmelo Ferlito of the Center for Market Education and IDEAS discusses the pain points of the Malaysian housing crisis, what affordable housing means for us and his thoughts on how the government can approach this.
Permai package will hurt economy, says economist (Dr Carmelo Ferlito, 19/1/2021)
Center of Market Research CEO Carmelo Ferlito believes the RM15 billion Permai relief package will led to a rise in the country’s debts, with the problems being passed on to the next generation. Dr Carmelo Ferlito commented the latest stimulus package with Free Malaysia Today.
Government To Monitor Hiring of Foreign Workers, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (4/11/2020)
"Government To Monitor Hiring of Foreign Workers", an interview with Dr Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education (CME) and Senior Fellow at the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS). Restrictions on the intake of foreign and expatriate workers have stepped up with the government wanting vacancies and details, such as pay offered, to be advertised on its official portal first. We explore the potential impact of this move on employers and business owners in Malaysia.
Property Prices To Continue Stabilising Amidst Pandemic, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (2/10/2020)
As we close out Q3 and kickstart Q4, how has the property landscape fared? With the economy recovering and blanket loan moratoriums ending, what can we expect moving forward? Dr Carmelo Ferlito of the Centre for Market Education and IDEAS joins us on the Property Show to share with us his thoughts.
Wrong Time for E-Commerce Tax, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (9/9/2020)
Deputy Communications and Multimedia Minister, Datuk Zahidi Zainul Abidin said that the government is planning to impose a new service tax for online shopping at a rate of about 0.02%. Dr Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education and Senior Fellow at IDEAS is not in favour of the move and discusses alternatives for the government to generate more revenue.
Target Moratorium - The Right Balance?, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (30/07/2020)
On 29 July, Malaysian Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced that the loan moratorium will be extended by three-months for those who have lost their jobs this year and have yet to find employment. Is this targeted approach a good balance? BFM 89.9 discussed the topic with Dr Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS), and Director of the Center for Market Education (CME).
Should the Loan Moratorium Be Extended?, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (30/06/2020)
Under the Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package, Bank Negara Malaysia announced an automatic moratorium on all loan repayments by individuals and SMEs for six months. With September not too far away, questions are being asked about whether loan moratoriums should be extended. With that in mind, we speak to Carmelo about this and the potential impact on the wider financial system? Dr Carmelo Ferlito (Senior Fellow at IDEAS and Director of the Center for Market Education) discussed the issue with BFM 89.9.
Should the Loan Moratorium Be Extended?, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (30/06/2020)
Under the Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package, Bank Negara Malaysia announced an automatic moratorium on all loan repayments by individuals and SMEs for six months. With September not too far away, questions are being asked about whether loan moratoriums should be extended. With that in mind, we speak to Carmelo about this and the potential impact on the wider financial system? Dr Carmelo Ferlito (Senior Fellow at IDEAS and Director of the Center for Market Education) discussed the issue with BFM 89.9.
How Do Economic Stimulus Packages Work? (With Dr Carmelo Ferlito, 22/4/2020)
R.AGE - The Star produced a video on how economic stimulus packages work. Presented by Natalie Hussain. Among the interviewed people, Dr. Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS), in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
How Do Economic Stimulus Packages Work? (With Dr Carmelo Ferlito, 22/4/2020)
R.AGE - The Star produced a video on how economic stimulus packages work. Presented by Natalie Hussain. Among the interviewed people, Dr. Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS), in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Focus On Containing Outbreak And Businesses, Not Just Handouts (with Dr Carmelo Ferlito, 9/4/2020)
Dr Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) discusses with BFM 89.9 the government's approach in stimulating the economy during this Covid-19 crisis, and what more could be done and differently.
The Office Glut in KL, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (Kuala Lumpur, 29/01/2020)
BFM 89.9 interviewed Dr Carmelo Ferlito (IDEAS Senior Fellow) on the background on why there is an oversupply of offices in Kuala Lumpur.
National Housing: Should Malaysia Follow Singapore's HDB Programme? by Dr Carmelo Ferlito (9/1/2020)
The Ministry of Housing and Local Government is planning to mould Perbadanan PR1MA Malaysia (PR1MA)into a national housing corporation to ensure a centralised and standardised housing industry for easy monitoring and enforcement, among others. BFM 89.9 discussed the issue with Dr Carmelo Ferlito, IDEAS Senior Fellow.
Household Debt Vs Home Ownership, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (02/12/2019)
BFM 89.9 interviewed Dr Carmelo Ferlito, IDEAS Senior Fellow, on the Minister of Finance's proposal of easing credit rules for first time home-buyers. Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at Institute of Democracy and Economic Affairs warns that household debt in Malaysia remains stubbornly high at 82.2% and that relaxing the prudent guidelines for home loans is not a solution. He also talks about the need for Malaysia to provide rental properties for the most disadvantaged in the country as their needs for housing are immediate.
Abandoned Homes: Malaysia's Haunted House Legacy, by Dr Carmelo Ferlito (19/11/2019)
Abandoned Homes: Malaysia's Haunted House Legacy - BFM 89.9 interviewed Dr Carmelo Ferlito, IDEAS Senior Fellow. Decades later, the effects of the recession and Asian financial crisis is still felt when the Housing and Local Government Ministry identified a total of 200 abandoned projects. Dr Carmelo Ferlito, Senior Fellow at the Institute of Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) shares his macro insight on why these forsaken projects continue to linger around the housing markets. Meanwhile, General Datuk Goh Seng Toh, Vicea President of the National House Buyers Association advocates for a Build-then-Sell model rather than the current Sell-then-Build model as a solution, contributes from a homeowners perspective.
How Extensions for Developers Affect Homebuyers, with Dr Carmelo Ferlito (7/11/2019)
The National House Buyers Association called out the government recently for continuing a practice of giving property developers EOT or extensions of time without valid reasons. We ask if you have ever been affected by these delays as a homebuyer. BFM 89.9 discussed the topic with Dr Carmelo Ferlito, IDEAS Senior Fellow, on 7 November 2019, during The Evening Edition.
