FX.co ★ Malaysia Posts Largest Trade Surplus in 5 Months

In August 2025, Malaysia experienced a significant increase in its trade surplus, reaching MYR 16.1 billion, compared to MYR 6.4 billion during the same period the previous year. This marks the largest trade surplus recorded since March, driven by an increase in exports alongside a decline in imports. Exports saw a 1.9% year-on-year rise to MYR 131.6 billion, following a revised 6.5% uptick in July. Conversely, imports decreased by 5.9% year-on-year to MYR 115.5 billion.