Fears of new political instability sent Malaysia’s share index tumbling on Monday.
The Malaysian share index fell 9.5 per cent as investors took fright after the ruling National Front government's biggest election setback since taking power in 1957.
By John Burton in Kuala Lumpur
Published: March 9 2008 04:49 | Last updated: March 10 2008 20:31
Fears of new political instability sent Malaysia’s share index tumbling on Monday.
The Malaysian share index fell 9.5 per cent as investors took fright after the ruling National Front government's biggest election setback since taking power in 1957.