Malaysia Maintains Lowest Jobless Rate in a Decade âšī¸
Malaysia's unemployment rate dropped to 3.0% in May 2025, reaching its lowest level since April 2015, with employment rising 2.9% to a record high of 16.86 million and labor force participation rate increasing to 70.8%.
Strong labor market indicators suggest economic resilience and potential growth, which could positively influence emerging market investments and regional economic sentiment.
Malaysia Delivers 25bps Rate Cut as Expected âšī¸
Malaysia's Central Bank cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.75%, marking the first rate cut in five years, while maintaining a moderate inflation outlook and experiencing steady economic growth.
Rate cuts signal potential economic softening, but the measured approach and steady growth indicators suggest a balanced economic strategy with moderate market implications.
Malaysia Responds to New U.S. Tariffs âšī¸
Malaysia faces a potential 25% U.S. tariff on its goods, with the Malaysian government expressing commitment to balanced trade and pledging to protect its businesses while seeking dialogue.
Trade tensions could disrupt global supply chains, potentially impacting emerging markets, international trade dynamics, and broader market sentiment with potential ripple effects across regional and global economic ecosystems.
Malaysia Targets Asian Steel with Temporary Tariffs âšī¸
Malaysia has imposed provisional anti-dumping duties between 3.86% and 57.90% on galvanized iron or steel coils and sheets imported from China, South Korea, and Vietnam, effective July 7.
Trade policy adjustment with moderate regional implications, primarily affecting specific steel product imports. Limited direct impact on broader market indices or global trade dynamics.