IMF projects 5.2 percent GDP growth for Malaysia in 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects Malaysia's GDP to grow by 5.2 percent in 2026, before moderating to 4.7 percent in 2027. This growth occurs amidst regional economic uncertainty.

Key drivers for this expansion include strong technology-related exports and significant investment in data centers. In Malaysia, data center operational capacity has exceeded 1,000 megawatts (MW), with an additional 1,500 MW currently under construction. The report notes that Malaysia and Singapore are enhancing exports as technology assembly and packaging hubs.