The recent narrowing of Malaysia's trade surplus has attracted market attention. CIMC International economists warned that this trend could dampen economic growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, or drag down current accounts and overall GDP performance for the quarter. According to the latest data, in November 2025, Malaysia's capital imports increased sharply by 56.8% year on year, indicating that domestic fixed asset investment maintained a strong momentum. The analysis points out that despite the pressure on the external trade environment, investment activity driven by domestic demand is providing an important buffer to the economy.

The recent narrowing of Malaysia's trade surplus has attracted market attention. CIMC International economists warned that this trend could dampen economic growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, or drag down current accounts and overall GDP performance for the quarter. According to the latest data, in November 2025, Malaysia's capital imports increased sharply by 56.8% year on year, indicating that domestic fixed asset investment maintained a strong momentum. The analysis points out that despite the pressure on the external trade environment, investment activity driven by domestic demand is providing an important buffer to the economy.