Economy holds up as risks build


MALAYSIA’S gross domestic product (GDP) growth registered at 5.4% for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26).

Economists had projected growth of 5.3% ahead of the announcement, while GDP growth for 4Q25 stood at 6.2%.

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