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Malaysia's 1Q GDP comes in at 5.4%

Published on 15 May 2026 5:36:47 PM

Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth registered at 5.4% for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26).
Chief Statistician of Malaysia Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin says the stronger-than-expected results were due to continued domestic spending, stable investment activity and sustained export growth.

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Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP) growth registered at 5.4% for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q26).
Chief Statistician of Malaysia Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin says the stronger-than-expected results were due to continued domestic spending, stable investment activity and sustained export growth.

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