Kuala Lumpur, Nov. 21 -- Malaysia is poised to become the second-fastest-growing economy in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) after Vietnam, data showed.
Malaysia's stronger-than-expected performance over the first nine months has laid a firm foundation for the years ahead, giving policymakers and investors greater visibility for the remainder of 2025 and into 2026, analysts said.
HSBC Global Investment Research (HSBC Research) is the latest to turn more optimistic, raising its 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast to 5% from the previous estimate of 4.2%.
Malaysia's growth outlook is being bolstered not only by domestic resilience but also by the government's adoption of a flexible diplomatic strategy. Its proactiv...