High debt, low pay


MALAYSIAN households have nearly RM1.38 trillion worth of debt, exceeding what the federal government owes to its creditors.

Between 2018 and 2021, the household debt in Malaysia has jumped by almost 17%, and this has raised concerns about the country’s debt-servicing ability especially in times of crisis.

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