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Ringgit and Malaysia bonds supported by solid domestic fundamentals

DBS upgraded its 2026 real GDP growth forecast for Malaysia to 5.2% from 4.7%, citing resilience in growth data.

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DBS Group Research economist Chua Han Teng said Malaysia’s financial markets are reflecting confidence in the country’s domestic fundamentals even as Middle East geopolitical risks linger.

According to the note cited by FXStreet, the Malaysian ringgit has outperformed regional peers, government bond yields have remained stable, and resilient growth data prompted DBS to raise its 2026 real GDP forecast to 5.2% from 4.7%.

FXStreet also points to market caution as investors focus on Middle East developments, noting that the broader risk backdrop can still shape currency and rates moves even when domestic data is strong.

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