KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) — Budget 2026, the first under the 13th Malaysia Plan, is both inclusive and people-focused, charting a course for national rejuvenation and revival, in support of the Madani Economy and the broader policy roadmaps announced today. We commend the Government’s continued commitment to fiscal discipline, with a target of reducing fiscal deficit to 3.5% in 2026, a key step towards longterm economic resilience.
The budget reflects a strong commitment to strengthening the economy, raising Malaysians’ living standards, while enhancing Malaysia’s attractiveness as a destination for investment and business. Recognising the pivotal role of micro and small to medium enterprises (“SMEs and MSMEs”) in economic growth, we welcome the focus on empowering SMEs and MSMEs through expanded financing access via Skim Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Berhad and Bank Negara Malaysia facilities. These measures will help accelerate the adoption of automation and digitalisation, areas where CIMB continues to champion through our CIMB OCTO Biz and SMEBizReady proposition, designed to support businesses scale sustainably.
