Bank Negara Malaysia Maintains OPR at 3.00% to Balance Inflation and Growth

March 6, 2026
Economy
Reuters

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced on Thursday that it would maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00%. This decision aims to balance inflation risks with economic growth momentum. BNM stated that the current monetary policy stance is supportive and sufficient to address domestic economic challenges, anticipating inflation to remain moderate.

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced its decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00% following its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Thursday. This decision was largely in line with market expectations and reflects BNM's cautious stance in balancing support for economic growth with containing potential inflationary pressures. In its statement, BNM noted that the current monetary policy stance remains supportive and sufficient to address challenges faced by the domestic economy. Despite uncertainties in the global economic outlook, Malaysia's economic growth is projected to remain resilient, while inflation is expected to stay at a moderate level. This move also provides a stable borrowing environment for businesses and consumers, helping to bolster domestic demand.
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