OPR

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…

1 day 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…

2 weeks 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…

2 weeks ago

Mar 2026 Policy Decision – BNM Keeps OPR on Hold at 2.75%

“We expect BNM to maintain the OPR at 2.75% through 2026,” says Public Investment Bank in its latest report.

3 months ago

Bank Negara leaves OPR at 2.75%

Bank Negara keeps OPR at 2.75%, supporting Malaysia's resilient growth and moderate inflation outlook for 2026 amid global uncertainties.

4 months ago

Government Mulls MYR15 Per Tonne Carbon Tax

Putrajaya considers a MYR15-per-tonne carbon tax from 2026. Meanwhile BNM is expected to maintain OPR amid steady growth.

7 months ago

Materialization of tariff risks could prompt BNM to reassess risks and adjust its policy path ahead

BNM holds OPR at 2.75%, adopts neutral tone, highlights tariff risks, projects moderate inflation, resilient domestic demand through 2026.

9 months ago

BNM Holds OPR at 2.75% to Support Growth Amid Global Uncertainty

BNM maintains OPR at 2.75%, citing steady growth, moderate inflation, resilient domestic demand, and ongoing global uncertainties affecting outlook.

9 months ago

OPR Cut Supports Growth Amid Benign Inflation, Further Cut Possible by End-2025

Maybank expects Malaysia's inflation to remain low, with further OPR cuts possible amid economic challenges and risks.

10 months ago

BNM cuts OPR by 25 basis points to 2.75%

BNM cuts OPR to 2.75% to sustain Malaysia’s growth amid global uncertainties, driven by domestic demand and exports.

11 months ago

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