Inflation forecast to stay mild for rest of the year


TA Research maintained its headline CPI forecast at 1.6% for this year.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s inflation is expected to remain subdued through the rest of this year and into next year, despite a slight uptick in September, as stable commodity prices, a firmer ringgit, and targeted fuel subsidies continue to anchor consumer prices.

Economists believe the low-inflation environment provides room for sustained policy support of growth without the need for monetary tightening.

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