Business loan demand strengthens Malaysian banking sector in July
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The local banking sector starts 2H26 with stronger business loan demand, resilient asset quality and stable funding, despite narrower lending spreads.
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THE banking sector entered the second half of 2026 on a firmer footing, with business loan demand strengthening further in July despite softer household borrowing activity and some moderation in deposit growth.
The latest data point to resilient credit conditions, supported by robust business applications and approvals, while asset quality remained stable.
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- Sep 2, 2026
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