Kuala Lumpur, 27 July 2026 – Malaysia’s plantation sector continues to carry an “Overweight” investment rating as the prospect of a strong El Niño towards the end of 2026 supports crude palm oil prices and raises the risk of tighter future production.

Current average CPO price assumptions have been maintained at RM4,400 per tonne for 2026 and RM4,300 per tonne for 2027. Prices could move above these forecasts if developing weather conditions become more severe than currently anticipated.

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Malaysia Plantation Sector Stays Overweight as El Niño Supports CPO Outlook

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