Highlights From Budget 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Below are the highlights from Budget 2026, themed the Fourth MADANI Budget: People’s Budget, which was tabled by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Govt To Galvanise RM470 Bln Resources In Budget 2026 To Fortify Economy Against Global Shocks - PM Anwar

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail, Niam Seet Wei and Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has galvanised RM470 billion resources in Budget 2026, prioritising economic resilience and expanded support for small businesses to future-proof the economy amid persistent global uncertainties and regional headwinds and also goes hard on enforcement to prevent economic leakages.

Malaysia’s Financial Market Outlook Remains Positive On Strong Fundamentals, Supportive Monetary Policy

By Karina Imran and Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s financial market outlook remains positive, buoyed by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, supportive monetary policy and ongoing structural reforms aimed at driving sustainable economic growth. 

Malaysian Economy To Grow 4.0-4.5 Pct In 2026 - PM Anwar

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) – The Malaysian economy is expected to experience moderate growth of four to 4.5 per cent in 2026 compared to 2025 on the back of a challenging global landscape, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia To Sustain Growth At 4-4.5 Pct Next Year Driven By Higher Demand For Semiconductors, AI Applications – MoF

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah, Kisho Kumari Sucedaram and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) – Higher exports of semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI) edge applications will be among a slew of factors sustaining Malaysia’s economic growth next year at a commendable rate of between 4.0 and 4.5 per cent – against 4.0 to 4.8 per cent this year – despite acute trade challenges, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) said today.

Budget 2026 Must Expand TVET Capacity To Meet Rising Industry Demand – Belia Mahir

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 must ensure that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) courses align with Malaysia’s economic priorities, such as value-added job creation in manufacturing, five-year development plans, and future-led energy transition initiatives including renewable energy.

Ringgit Rises Vs US Dollar, Other Major Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit appreciated against the US dollar and other major currencies at the opening today, supported by positive sentiment ahead of the tabling of the national budget this Friday.

Malaysia Ready To Share Public Service Reform Experience With ASEAN - Shamsul Azri

PETALING JAYA, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is ready to share its experience in implementing the Public Service Reform Agenda (ARPA), including its framework and practical lessons, with ASEAN member countries.

World Bank Expects Malaysia's Economy To Grow Moderately At 4.1 Pct In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain at 4.1 per cent in 2026, unchanged from its 2025 forecast, according to the World Bank.

Call For Budget 2026 To Strengthen Port Waste Management Infrastructure

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- The government should allocate funds to develop and upgrade port reception facilities (PRFs) to enhance environmental compliance under the upcoming Budget 2026, said Hexagon Synergy Group, a pioneer in PRF development in Malaysia.

Protecting Malaysia’s Marine Ecosystems Safeguards Nation's Economy

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Protecting Malaysia’s marine ecosystems is not only an environmental imperative but also a form of economic insurance that supports fisheries, tourism and coastal infrastructure, a conservationist said.

Budget 2026 Must Balance Fiscal Discipline And Sustainable Growth To Ensure Banking Sector Resilience

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 must strike the right balance between fiscal consolidation and growth-supportive measures to ensure resilience in the banking sector and the broader economy, said RHB Banking Group.