On February 5, 2026, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced its decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00%, balancing economic growth and persistent inflation risks. Analysts anticipate a continued cautious stance in the coming months, closely monitoring global and domestic economic indicators for any shifts.
On February 5, 2026, Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced its decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00%. This decision was largely in line with market expectations, reflecting BNM's cautious stance on inflation risks while supporting economic growth. Despite some moderation in core inflation, external pressures from global supply chain disruptions and volatile energy prices persist. In its statement, BNM noted that the current monetary policy stance "remains supportive and does not stifle economic growth." Analysts generally believe that BNM will continue to exercise prudence, anticipating the OPR to remain stable in the near term until inflationary pressures fully subside and the global economic outlook becomes clearer.
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