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Bank Negara Malaysia Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged at 2.75%

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-- Malaysia's central bank kept the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75%, in line with market expectations, according to a Thursday news release.

The central bank said global growth stayed resilient in early 2026, supported by strong domestic demand and continued expansion in the technology sector. However, higher energy and commodity prices, along with supply chain disruptions linked to Middle East tensions, are starting to weigh on momentum.

For Malaysia, growth indicators point to steady expansion in the first quarter, driven by domestic demand and strong exports.

Headline and core inflation averaged 1.6% and 2.1% in the first quarter, respectively. While cost pressures from higher global commodities may push prices slightly higher, inflation is expected to remain contained in 2026, supported by policy measures and stable demand conditions, the central bank said.

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