China
China’s Factory Slump Eases, But Services Drag Signals Uneven Recovery
China’s factory slump eased in August, but weak services highlight uneven recovery, prompting calls for stronger domestic policy support.
Category: GDP
OPR
Growth Set to Moderate in 2H26 as Risks Build; OPR Seen on Hold
Despite strong first-half growth, Malaysia's GDP is forecast to slow to 4.4% in second half.
GDP growth forecast
Malaysia’s 2Q26 GDP Surges 6.0% on Net Export Boom
Malaysia's economy grew 6.0% in Q2 2026, driven by strong net exports and manufacturing.
Economy and Business
Malaysia’s Economy Posts 6% Growth in Q2, Driven by Broad-Based Expansion
Malaysia’s economy grew 6% in Q2 2026, driven by broad-based expansion, resilient demand, and strong exports, with steady outlook.
Business News
Malaysia’s 2Q26 GDP Expected to Stay Strong Ahead of Official Release
Malaysia's economy is expected to post solid second quarter growth, supported by resilient domestic demand, investment and exports, with official GDP figures due on…
China
China’s Digital Shock Absorber
China's digital economy is vital in supporting growth and jobs amidst housing sector pressures, but faces significant limitations.
Cost of Living
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
Economy and Business
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 growth
Banking and Finance
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 should the conflict materially…
FED
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 spending
Malaysia
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, but risks remain.
Banking and Finance
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
Economy and Business
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.
GDP
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.
GDP
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.
United States
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.