KUALA LUMPUR, AUG 14 — Malaysia’s economy expanded by 6 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, bringing first-half growth to 5.7 per cent.Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk...

Malaysia's economy surpassed expectations in the second quarter of 2026, as stronger export growth and steady household spending offset risks arising from the Middle East conflict.

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 — Credit to Malaysia’s private non financial sector grew 6.4 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, up from 5.6 per cent in the first quarter, driven by...