Malaysia central bank: FMC agrees Malaysia’s favorable economic fundamentals stay in place

The Financial Markets Committee (FMC) of Bank Negara Malaysia has reaffirmed its confidence in the country’s economic fundamentals, noting that favorable conditions remain intact amid ongoing global uncertainties. This assessment aligns with the central bank’s recent upward revision of Malaysia’s GDP growth forecast for 2026 to between 4 and 5 percent, up from the previous range of 4–4.5 percent, reflecting stronger-than-expected resilience in key sectors.

The FMC’s statement underscores the stability of inflationary pressures and the effectiveness of monetary policy in maintaining macroeconomic balance. These developments support continued investor confidence in Malaysia’s economic outlook. Looking ahead, the central bank remains committed to ensuring financial stability and sustainable growth.

With the broader economic environment showing signs of improvement, Malaysia’s financial sector is well-positioned to support long-term development goals, as outlined in the Economic and Monetary Review 2025.