With rising living costs, global uncertainties and growing pressure to stay competitive, Malaysians are seeking clarity and confidence in the nation’s economic direction. The question is no longer whether change is coming — but how ready we are to adapt and thrive.
Tabled on 10 October 2025, Budget 2026 is the first under the 13th Malaysia Plan and the fourth MADANI Budget. It reinforces the government’s commitment to fiscal resilience, inclusive growth and long-term reform.
Anchored by the Ekonomi MADANI framework, Budget 2026 introduces targeted tax reforms, plugging of tax loopholes, green economy incentives, digital upskilling and strategic investments — designed to future-proof the economy while supporting the rakyat.
For businesses, it opens doors to innovation, sustainability and regional expansion. For individuals and households, it offers relief from cost-of-living pressures while encouraging financial adaptability and forward planning.
This newsletter highlights what’s new, what’s changing, and what it means for you.
|
2025 |
2026 |
|
Government Revenue |
|
|
RM334.1 bil |
RM343.1 bil |
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Government Expenditure |
|
|
RM412.1 bil |
RM419.2 bil |
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Deficit |
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|
-RM77 bil |
-RM75 bil |
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Deficit / GDP |
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|
-3.8% |
-3.5% |