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Malaysia Household Debt Reaches RM1.73 Trillion as Borrowing Stays Elevated

By Bernard Lee on July 1, 2026 9:59 am |

Economy, Malaysia News and Politics

Kuala Lumpur, 1 July 2026 – Malaysia’s household debt stood at RM1.73 trillion at the end of March 2026, equivalent to 84.4% of gross domestic product, highlighting the continued importance of household borrowing in the country’s financial stability outlook.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the household debt level remains closely monitored by the government and financial regulators, given its implications for consumption, banking-sector resilience and household financial health.

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