Inflation

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.

4 days ago

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.

5 days ago

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.

6 days ago

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.

1 week ago

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…

2 months ago

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

2 months 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…

2 months ago

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…

3 months 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…

3 months ago

Malaysia’s Inflation Remains Stable Amid Controlled Price Pressures

Malaysia maintains stable inflation amid controlled price pressures.

4 months ago

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