POPA ReconForeign Central Banks Boost Share of Malaysian Bonds to Record
Foreign Central Banks Boost Share of Malaysian Bonds to Record • Foreign central banks now own a record 36% of Malaysia's sovereign bonds, from 29.4% a year ago. These bonds returned nearly 12% to dollar investors over the last year. • Ringgit has surged over 14% against the dollar since early 2025 • Malaysia's status as a net energy exporter protects it from global oil shocks • The government raised its 2026 growth forecast after the economy beat expectations. • The World Bank now views the nation as a regional safe haven. • The central bank maintained interest rates at 2.75% during its last…
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