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Malaysia's Growth Forecast Surpasses Government Amid Rising Oil Prices

4/1/2026

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Bank Negara Malaysia raises its 2026 growth forecast to 4%–5%, higher than the government's 4%–4.5% target, citing stronger momentum and resilient domestic demand.
Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said the projections account for risks from the ongoing Iran war.
Crude prices have risen to nearly US$120 per barrel due to restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, impacting oil and gas supplies in Asia.

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Bank Negara Malaysia raises its 2026 growth forecast to 4%–5%, higher than the government's 4%–4.5% target, citing stronger momentum and resilient domestic demand.
Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said the projections account for risks from the ongoing Iran war.
Crude prices have risen to nearly US$120 per barrel due to restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, impacting oil and gas supplies in Asia.