Private consumption to continue driving growth


TA Research said the growth in the DTI suggests that personal spending will continue to be a key driver of overall gross domestic product growth in the first quarter.

PETALING JAYA: Private consumption is expected to remain the primary driver of economic growth, with a projected expansion of 5.5% in 2025.

TA Research said this outlook is supported by a resilient labour market, steady income growth and contained inflation.

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