Bank Negara Malaysia’s latest reports show an economy entering 2026 with solid momentum, but facing rising external risks from geopolitical tensions, higher oil prices, and trade disruptions. With growth projected at 4% to 5%, how sustainable is this outlook amid inflation pressures, subsidy burdens, and global uncertainty, and what does it mean for the ringgit and monetary policy ahead?

<p>Bank Negara Malaysia’s latest reports show an economy entering 2026 with solid momentum, but facing rising external risks from geopolitical tensions, higher oil prices, and trade disruptions. With growth projected at 4% to 5%, how sustainable is this outlook amid inflation pressures, subsidy burdens, and global uncertainty, and what does it mean for the ringgit and monetary policy ahead?</p>

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

<p>Opinion and analysis of today&rsquo;s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.</p>