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Malaysia’s June Inflation Eases to 1.9% as Transport Cost Growth Moderates

By Bernard Lee on July 17, 2026 3:05 pm |

Business and Finance, Economy and Malaysia News

Kuala Lumpur, 17 July 2026 – Malaysia’s inflation eased to 1.9% year-on-year in June 2026 from 2.0% in May, as slower increases in transport costs helped offset firmer prices for insurance, financial services and accommodation-related spending.

The moderation indicates that overall consumer price pressures remain manageable despite Malaysia’s stronger economic momentum and continued increases across most categories of household expenditure.

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