Softer factory output and tourist arrivals slowed Thailand’s economy more than expected in the third quarter, with more weakness projected at the end of this year and into next.
Malaysia’s economy could outpace the government’s growth projections as momentum from a solid third quarter extends into year end, said HSBC.
India’s trade deficit widened to a record in October as imports rose due to higher domestic demand after a cut in consumption tax, while outbound shipments fell due to US tariff policies.
Asian stocks slid in early trade on Tuesday, as financial markets waited on a rush of key US economic data delayed by the government shutdown while investors rolled back bets of a Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cut next month.
Malaysia approved investments totalling RM285.2 billion in the first nine months of 2025, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for a unified effort between rubber smallholders under Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (RISDA) and the Sabah Rubber Industry Board (LIGS) to strengthen Sabah’s rubber industry and immediately raise rubber prices for the benefit of rural producers.