Steve Chia, Tax Leader, PwC Malaysia
THIS year’s budget, the fourth under the Ekonomi Madani framework and the first under the 13th Malaysia Plan, is set against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, rapid technological changes, and evolving societal needs, but is underpinned by strong domestic consumption and investor confidence in Malaysia’s stability.
At its core, Budget 2026 is expected to reaffirm the Madani commitment to raise the ceiling for national growth, raise the floor for living standards, and drive reform in governance.
