The Bank Negara Malaysia left its benchmark overnight policy rate unchanged at 2.75% on Thursday, as widely expected by financial markets.
The decision followed a survey of 31 economists conducted by LSEG, where 29 respondents correctly anticipated the hold while two projected a 25-basis-point increase. The central bank cited Malaysia’s robust economic expansion, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector, as supporting the current policy stance.
Inflation is projected to remain contained, reducing immediate pressure for further monetary tightening. The central bank indicated that existing stimulus levels are sufficient to sustain growth while maintaining price stability. The decision reflects confidence in the economy’s trajectory amid strong sectoral performance.
