KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s total trade surged 53.7 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM396.5 billion in September 2026 from RM258.1 billion a year earlier, supported by strong growth in both exports and imports, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) said.
Business : Malaysiaâs Trade Jumps 53.7 Pct To RM396.5 Bln In September -- DOSM
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Malaysia's trade rose 53.7% to RM396.5 billion in September 2026, driven by strong exports and imports.
- Exports increased 54.5% to RM215.1 billion, led by E&E products.
- Imports rose 52.7% to RM181.4 billion, contributing to a trade surplus of RM33.7 billion.
- Exports to the US, Taiwan, and Singapore saw significant growth in September.
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