OPR

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.

2 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.

3 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.

6 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.

8 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.

8 months ago

BNM Holds OPR at 3.00% Amid Steady Economic Growth

Analysts believe that unless unexpected inflationary pressures arise, the central bank will likely hold this rate throughout 2025

1 year ago

Consumer stocks could attract buying interest with OPR strengthening the Ringgit

Sector-wise, consumer stocks could attract buying interest due to BNM maintaining the OPR, strengthening the Ringgit. The technology sector is…

1 year ago

Keeping OPR at 3% provides clarity for the local market

Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to keep the OPR steady at 3% provides clarity for the local market. We expect plantation…

1 year ago

New: Bank Negara keeps key rate at 3.00 per cent

Malaysia’s central bank kept its rate at 3.00%, citing strong growth and stable inflation, with no hikes expected until 2026.

1 year ago

OPR stays at 3%: BNM

Global economic expansion and a slowed inflation means the situation is better and OPR is maintained at 3%

2 years ago

OPR to remain at 3% till end-2025 even if US cuts rates: Maybank IB

Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate or OPR at 3% through 2025, despite anticipated U.S.…

2 years ago

OPR Kept at 3.00% While BNM Expects Higher Inflation Trend in 2HCY24

BNM expects inflation to trend higher in 2HCY24 following the recent rationalisation of diesel subsidies hence OPR Kept at 3.00%

2 years ago

Ringgit Ends Higher Against US Dollar Amid Rising Inflation Expectations

The ringgit rose against the US dollar due to higher-than-expected May CPI, suggesting BNM may keep the OPR steady at…

2 years ago

Status-quo in OPR with a backdrop of global economic expansion

Despite facing headwinds from tight monetary policies and reduced fiscal support, the MPS anticipates sustained global growth. Kept OPR at…

2 years ago

Malaysia To See Economic Surge Amidst Global Challenges

Dive into Malaysia's economic surge for 2024, fueled by local resilience and global intrigue, navigating obstacles with innovative solutions.

2 years ago

OPR to remain at 3.00%: Experts now say

Experts expect that the OPR will be unchanged at 3.00% and that the accompanying rhetoric will significantly impact the ringgit.

2 years ago

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