OPR
BNM Holds OPR at 2.75%, Signals Mildly Hawkish Tone
BNM keeps OPR at 2.75%, signals hawkish tone, with potential 25-bp hike in 2027 as growth and inflation outlook evolve.
Category: Inflation
Inflation
Strong Demand Lifts US Services Activity in August
US services activity hits multi‑year highs in August, fueling inflation concerns and keeping Fed rate hike prospects alive.
Workplace
UK Inflation Rises to Four-Month High on Energy Costs
UK inflation hits 2.9% in July, driven by energy costs; BOE expected to hold rates at 3.75% in September.
Inflation
South Korea Inflation Eases but Rate Hike Expectations Remain
South Korea's inflation slowed in July on lower fuel prices, but persistent core inflation and upside risks keep expectations alive for another Bank of…
Cost of Living
Economists Lower Malaysia’s 2026 Inflation Forecast to 2.0%
Economists cut Malaysia’s 2026 inflation forecast to 2.0 per cent as subsidies and stable oil prices help contain inflation.
Business News
Economics: June 2026 CPI – June Inflation Eased Marginally
Malaysia's CPI eased to 1.9% in June; forecast remains at 2.1% for 2026 despite risks.
Inflation
Economists Maintain Malaysia Inflation Outlook at 1.8%–2%
Economists forecast Malaysia's inflation for 2026 at 1.8% to 2%, indicating stable price pressures ahead.
Inflation
US Inflation Cools as Energy Prices Ease, Fed Stays Hawkish
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Economy and Business
Economics: April 2026 CPI – Transport Inflation Rose Further
Malaysia's inflation rose slightly, with analysts forecasting CPI at +2.4% YoY. They expect cost-push factors to influence price dynamics through 2026.
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
OPR Held at 2.75% Amid Lingering Inflationary Risks
In 2026, we expect Malaysia’s economy will grow at +4.2%, underpinned by continued expansion in domestic economic activities alongside still-resilient external demand.
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
Economy and Business
Malaysia’s Inflation Remains Stable Amid Controlled Price Pressures
Malaysia maintains stable inflation amid controlled price pressures.
oil and gas
Marcos Declares National Energy Emergency Amid Middle East Crisis
Energy Crisis: Philippines Braces for Prolonged Oil Shock as President Marcos Invokes Emergency Powers
Cost of Living
US Fed Holds Rates Steady at 3.50%-3.75%, Inflation Risks Loom
US Fed holds rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, citing inflation risks and global uncertainties, with cautious outlook on future cuts.