A survey of 1,203 voters has suggested that Malaysians are experiencing economic distress amidst strong macroeconomic growth numbers.

"The survey also indicates that between one to two out of every 10 Malaysians are cutting back on essentials, such as food, in order to make ends meet," Merdeka Center said in a statement today.

However, survey found that there were slight improvements, based on seven economic stress indicators, since a similar survey was conducted in January.

Fifteen percent of the respondents said they skipped meals to make ends meet, up two percent from January...