Reduced workforce weigh on glove production


Glove manufacturers in Malaysia are allowed to operate during the MCO, which begins today till June 14, albeit only with 60% workforce. The limit on workforce may likely lead to lower glove production output during the period

KUALA LUMPUR: While production volume for gloves may decline due to the reduced workforce in the latest round of the movement control order (MCO), the shortage in global supply could lend further support to glove pricing.

Glove manufacturers in Malaysia are allowed to operate during the MCO, which begins today till June 14, albeit only with 60% workforce.

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