# Malaysia monetary policy and economic outlook

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/malaysia-monetary-policy-and-economic-outlook
> Updated: 2026-11-05T08:03:25.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Bank Negara Malaysia has maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 percent for the ninth consecutive time since July 2025. The Monetary Policy Committee determined the rate is appropriate to support sustainable economic growth and price stability, noting strong growth momentum in the third quarter of 2026 driven by exports and domestic demand.

While the economy is projected to grow by more than five percent this year, inflation is expected to rise to 2.0 percent in 2026 and 2.2 percent in 2027. Experts have projected that the OPR could potentially increase by 25 basis points to 3.00 percent in the coming years, depending on inflation trends and economic growth. Such a hike would likely be driven by price pressures, wage growth, and increased household spending, though it could also increase financing costs for households and businesses.

## Claims

- Bank Negara Malaysia maintained the Overnight Policy Rate at 2.75 percent. (reported by 3 sources)
- The OPR has been maintained at 2.75 percent for nine consecutive meetings since July 2025. (reported by 1 source)
- Malaysia's economy is expected to grow by more than five percent this year. (reported by 1 source)
- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to between 5.3 and 5.4 percent. (reported by 1 source)
- Inflation is projected to be 2.0 percent in 2026 and 2.2 percent in 2027. (reported by 1 source)
- Geopolitical tensions and US tariffs are identified as economic risks. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-11-05: Bank Negara Malaysia maintains OPR at 2.75 percent

Bank Negara Malaysia kept its benchmark interest rate at 2.75 percent, citing stable economic fundamentals and manageable inflation despite potential geopolitical and supply-side risks.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bank-negara-malaysia-maintains-opr-at-275-percent

### 2026-11-02: Malaysia OPR projected to rise to 3.00 percent

Malaysia's OPR may rise to 3.00 percent if inflation pressures increase, driven by wage growth and higher household spending, according to economic projections.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysia-opr-projected-to-rise-to-300-percent

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