Malaysia’s economy expanded by 5.4% in Q1 2026, supported by strong domestic demand, investment activities, and continued export growth. Bank Negara Malaysia said household spending and business investments remained resilient despite global uncertainties.
Key Developments
- Private consumption increased by 4.7%
- Private investment grew by 7.8%
- Manufacturing sector expanded by 5.9%
- Services sector recorded 5.6% growth
- Export growth was supported by strong demand for E&E products and AI-related components
Business Impact
- Stronger consumer spending supports retail and services sectors
- Continued investment benefits construction and industrial industries
- Export-oriented businesses remain supported by global technology demand
Source: https://bernama.com/lite/news.php?id=2557259&utm_source=chatgpt.com
