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2025-08-01 09:27:54
[Analyst: Malaysia's economy is expected to remain resilient under the impact of tariffs] Felicia Ling, an analyst at Hong Leong Investment Bank, said in a report that Malaysia is expected to withstand the impact of US tariffs, and GDP growth in 2025 may remain at 4.0%. Although the United States will impose a 19% tariff on Malaysian goods and a 40% tariff on transshipment goods starting next week, key industries such as semiconductors are currently still duty-free. If semiconductor exports are later included in trade restrictions, risks remain. However, Malaysia's strong electronics ecosystem, global investor interest and increased global competitiveness should help cushion the impact. Strong domestic demand and continued investment momentum will support economic growth. Taking into account global uncertainties and changing trade dynamics, the policy interest rate is expected to remain at 2.75% in 2025.
