GDP

Economics: 1Q26 GDP – Resilient Headline, Softer Underlying Pulse

We maintain our 2026 GDP growth forecast at +4.6% YoY and OPR call at 2.75% - PIB

3 weeks ago

GDP Growth Eased to +5.4%yoy, Still Driven by Resilient Domestic Demand

The moderation was seen across all sectors and type of expenditures, but domestic demand remained the major contributor to economic…

4 weeks ago

BNM to remain data dependent

•BNM will remain data-dependent. While the hurdle for a rate hike remains high, a rate cut cannot be ruled out…

1 month ago

Fed Holds Fed Funds Rate at 3.50-3.75% Amid Elevated Inflation Risks

The FOMC maintained that US economic activity continued to expand at a “solid” pace. Growth remains supported by resilient consumer…

1 month ago

IMF Raises Malaysia’s GDP Forecast to 4.7% for 2026, Signals Strong Recovery

The IMF has upgraded Malaysia's GDP growth forecast to 4.7% for 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and stable inflation,…

2 months ago

RBA Kicks Off 2026 With First Rate Hike Since 2023

RBA stressed its commitment to restoring price stability, noting that policy will remain data‑dependent

4 months ago

Malaysia’s GDP Surges to 5.7% in Q4 2025, Beating Forecasts

Malaysia’s economy grew 5.7% yoy in Q4 2025, driving full-year growth to 4.9%, exceeding expectations.

5 months ago

Malaysia’s 3Q GDP Growth at 5.1%, Supported by Strong Domestic Demand, export bounce

Malaysia’s economy grew 5.1% in 3Q25, driven by domestic demand and export recovery, though services sector expansion slightly moderated.

7 months ago

Malaysia’s Growth Holds Steady at 4.4% in 2Q25, but Tariff Risks Cloud Outlook

Malaysia’s economy stayed resilient in 2Q25 with 4.4% growth, supported by domestic demand but threatened by global tariff risks.

7 months ago

US Economy: Fragile Second Half as Tariffs, Tight Labor, and Policy Risks Weigh on Growth

UOB expects the US economy to weaken in 2H25 as tariffs resume, labor tightens, and political risks cloud Fed independence.

7 months ago

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