Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced today it would maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00%. The central bank expressed cautious optimism regarding the domestic economic outlook, noting that inflationary pressures remain manageable while supporting sustained growth.
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. In its statement, BNM noted that while global economic growth prospects continue to face downside risks, Malaysia's domestic economic activity remains resilient, the labor market continues to improve, and inflationary pressures are within a manageable range. The central bank stated that its current monetary policy stance aims to support sustained economic growth while ensuring price stability. Analysts believe that BNM's move is intended to provide a stable interest rate environment to foster investment and consumption, laying a solid foundation for economic recovery.
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