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Investors are encouraged by recent budget measures, including income tax cuts for middle-income earners, continued cash assistance for lower-income households, and incentives for renewable energy and electric vehicle adoption. These policies aim to foster growth in consumer staples, tech, and green sectors.

The Role of Political Stability and Policy Reform

Ultimately, the success of Malaysia’s economic trajectory hinges on political stability and decisive reform. Stakeholders assert that it doesn’t matter who wins the upcoming elections; what matters is the ability of the new government to implement a strong mandate for reform that restores investor confidence.