Malaysia’s trade surplus reached a record RM132.77 billion in the first five months of 2026, driven by sustained export momentum.
The figure marks the highest level for the period, underscoring the resilience of the country’s external sector amid global trade dynamics.
1%. The revision reflects a sharp acceleration in export volumes, particularly in key manufacturing and commodity sectors.
The robust performance aligns with recent upward revisions to Malaysia’s export outlook.
Apex Securities significantly upgraded its growth projection for the country’s external trade, raising the 2026 export forecast to 16.3% year-on-year from a previous estimate of 8.1%.
The revision reflects a sharp acceleration in export volumes, particularly in key manufacturing and commodity sectors.
This strength in Malaysia’s trade balance mirrors broader regional trends.