2H2025 Outlook: Growth to moderate amid trade risks and policy uncertainty – 2025 – Summary
Summary Global growth is expected to moderate in 2H2025, as trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainties weigh on sentiment. The reintroduction of broad-based US tariffs has reignited protectionist risks, creating headwinds globally. MARC Ratings forecasts Malaysia’s economy to grow by 4.4% in 2025, down from 5.1% in 2024, supported by strong private consumption, robust tourism activity, …