Bank Negara Malaysia is scheduled to release final first-quarter growth data on Friday. Advance estimates showed the economy grew 5.3%, a pace that appears sustainable.

Bank Negara Malaysia recently said the economy likely maintained its growth momentum, supported by resilient domestic demand and strong exports. Growth is expected to remain solid, with generous government subsidies helping contain inflation and support consumer spending despite the impact from the Middle East conflict, said Capital Economics.

Rising investment, including in data centers, is also expected to support demand, CE noted.


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