Malaysian Corporate Borrowing Jumps 46% as Domestic Credit Demand Revives
Business loan applications surged in June after May's contraction, signaling renewed corporate spending appetite amid steady household consumption
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Business loan applications surged in June after May's contraction, signaling renewed corporate spending appetite amid steady household consumption

Central bank data shows headline and core inflation both moderated in June, driven by lower fuel costs and softer global commodity pressures

Bank Negara official says minimum wage increases fail to lift professional salaries, urges structural reform as investment chief warns growth benefits aren't reaching workers

Central bank governor signals confidence in 4-5% GDP expansion for 2026, citing strong fundamentals and currency resilience

Deputy Finance Minister says government is working with guarantee agencies and central bank on alternative credit models for tech startups