Commentary: Malaysia’s Budget 2026 Could Have Done More to Answer Its Own Warnings About the Future

Commentary: Malaysia’s Budget 2026 could have done more to answer its own warnings about the future

Amid a global economy gripped with uncertainty, Malaysia’s Budget 2026 provides little reassurance that policies are adapting fast enough to weather the storm, says Stewart Nixon from Malaysian think tank IDEAS.

Malaysia's 2026 Budget to Give Markets a Boost, Analysts Say

(Bloomberg) — Malaysia’s spending plan for 2026 will be mildly positive for local assets given the absence of negative surprises, according to analysts.

Malaysia’s 2026 Budget to Give Markets a Boost, Analysts Say

Malaysia’s spending plan for 2026 will be mildly positive for local assets given the absence of negative surprises, according to analysts.

Budget 2026 comes at a key juncture for Malaysia

PETALING JAYA: The unveiling of Budget 2026 comes at a key juncture for Malaysia, as it navigates global headwinds from trade tensions and tariffs, domestic cost-of-living pressures, and a renewed push under the 13th Malaysia Plan, says Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank).

Budget 2026: Malaysia's focus on AI, low-carbon economy receive cheers from industry players - Twentytwo13

Industry players, including Grab Malaysia, Gentari and Measat, have commended Budget 2026 tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Friday, highlighting allocations for technology and ongoing efforts to scale renewable energy.

Labuan IBFC to Play Bigger Role in Managing National Risks under 2026 Budget - Fintech News Malaysia

The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) will introduce the MADANI Captive Insurance Programme under the 2026 national budget. The programme will serve as a new national instrument for risk management. It aims to reduce reliance on public funds by channeling risk financing through captive insurance and takaful platforms, providing a more efficient and cost-effective way to manage risks. It was announced by Prime Minis…