Malaysia's consumer inflation eases to 1.8 per cent in September

20 October 2026

The Consumer Price Index measured by the Department of Statistics Malaysia rose 1.8 per cent year-on-year in September 2026, down from 1.9 per cent in August. The Consumer Price Index tracks the average change in prices paid by households. Slower utility costs helped, after the fuel adjustment charge for high-use electricity users was revised. Transport prices rose faster at 2.5 per cent, offsetting some of the easing. Inflation has stayed mild through the year, averaging around 1.8 per cent, giving the central bank room to keep rates steady.