Budget 2024: Malaysia presents tighter budget for 2024


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia on Friday unveiled a tighter budget for 2024, focusing on subsidy rationalisation to strengthen its fiscal position as an economic slowdown puts a strain on government spending.

Here are some highlights from the planned budget:

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
GDP , fiscal deficit , inflation , economy

Next In Business News

Foreign investors offload US$1.05bil in Asian equities
Asean manufacturing PMI improves in Dec - S&P Global
Asian shares shrug off Venezuela impact and climb; oil volatile
Ringgit opens slightly lower as risk aversion lifts US$
FBM KLCI starts first full trading week of 2026 with early morning rally
Japan's factory activity steadies as demand declines slow, PMI shows
Trading ideas: Chin Hin, Enra, Go Hub, Vetece, Pmesti, Pekat, Press Metal, Suria Capital, Theta Edge
RM4.00 within reach
Auto market switching to slow lane
Axis-REIT Johor industrial property buy a positive

Others Also Read