The Malaysian economy expanded by 4.4 percent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), driven by sustained household spending supported by favourable labour market conditions and government policies, compared to 4.2 percent in 1Q 2024.

However, this was slower than the 4.9 percent growth recorded in 4Q 2024.

Bank Negara Malaysia governor Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said...