KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- A potential 25-basis-point hike in the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to 3.0 per cent is expected in the first quarter of 2027 (1Q 2027) amid resilient economic growth and Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) hawkish tone on inflation, said market observers.
BNM Likely To Raise OPR By 25 Basis Points In 2027 - Analysts
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Analysts expect BNM to raise OPR by 25 basis points to 3.0% in 1Q 2027 due to strong growth and inflation concerns.
- BNM may hike OPR to 3.0% in 1Q 2027, according to Kenanga Investment Bank.
- Inflation remained at 1.8% in September, but geopolitical tensions may influence policy.
- Kenanga maintains 2026 GDP growth forecast at 5.3%, driven by domestic demand and AI investment.
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