Publications
Quarterly Bulletin 2Q 2021
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The BNM Quarterly Bulletin presents a quarterly review of Malaysia’s economic, monetary and financial developments. It includes the Bank’s latest assessments on the direction of the economy going forward. The Bulletin also provides insights on current economic and financial issues, including highlights of policy initiatives undertaken by Bank Negara Malaysia in pursuit of its mandates.
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GDP growth turned positive, while headline inflation temporarily spiked in 2Q 2021
- Growth was supported by an improvement in domestic demand and robust exports performance
- Headline inflation increased, driven mainly by the base effect from low fuel prices
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External trade improved further, while domestic activities moderated towards the end of 2Q 2021 following imposition of tighter containment measures
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Domestically, rapid vaccination rates with easing demands on healthcare capacity would lead to better economic outcomes
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Uncertainty on evolution of the pandemic and the containment measures would affect growth trajectory
Contents
- Contents
- International Economic Environment
- Developments in the Malaysian Economy
- Monetary and Financial Developments
- The Bank’s Policy Considerations
