Malaysia economy

Malaysia sees risk of missing deficit goals on subsidy pressures

The ringgit has gone from being among the best bets in Asia to being the worst performer in June

The forecast will likely be achieved despite higher cost pressures on semiconductor manufacturing due to the war in Iran, which has driven up the price of helium.

Malaysia eyes nearly RM800 billion in electronics exports in 2026

Semiconductors account for about 65% of the country’s electrical and electronics exports

Six of the 10 Bursa Malaysia-listed banks recorded growth in revenue and profit in the first quarter.

Malaysia banks signal caution despite resilient Q1 results

Their asset quality remains healthy, though they are watching for signs of slower credit demand ahead

Malaysia’s economic growth in Q1 is underpinned by resilient household spending and continued investment activities.

Malaysia economy expands 5.4% in Q1 as Bank Negara warns of tougher outlook

The country is entering a tougher global environment from a ‘position of strength’, says the central bank

Workers at a plastics manufacturing plant in Selangor. Malaysian firms face mounting shortages of key inputs, including petrochemical feedstocks and packaging.

7 in 10 Malaysian manufacturers see worsening outlook amid Middle East conflict: survey

Depleting inventories, cash-flow strains and rising freight costs are eroding manufacturers’ margins

Malaysia’s deep integration into global networks is now a primary vulnerability; about 83% of companies source more than 30% of their raw materials from abroad.

Malaysia’s energy windfall masks a burgeoning ‘two-speed’ economy

While higher oil prices have increased export revenues, businesses face strain from supply disruptions

Before the war started, Anwar was already weighing a vote this year buoyed by a resilient economy, a firmer ringgit and his elevated international profile.

Malaysian PM Anwar eyes polls by October as fuel subsidy cut looms: sources

Early elections could sync federal and state votes, helping the government slash election costs

Malaysia would also consider interim import duty and sales tax exemptions until Dec 31 this year.

Malaysia announces measures to support small businesses impacted by energy crisis

The transition period for implementing e-invoicing will be extended until Dec 31, 2027

Imports in March expanded 10.4% from a year earlier, data from the trade ministry showed, below the poll’s estimate of a 12.5% increase.

Malaysia’s March exports rise 8.3% on year, below forecast

The country has recorded a trade surplus of RM24.6 billion in March

Malaysia's CPI had risen 1.4 per cent in February.

Malaysia’s March CPI rises 1.7% on year, matching forecast

[KUALA LUMPUR] Malaysia‘s consumer price index (CPI) rose 1.7 per cent from a year earlier in March, government data showed on Friday. The rise was in line with the 1.7 per cent growth forecast by 13 ...