DOSM: Malaysia’s May trade jumps 29.8pc to RM327.6b; Jan-May total hits record RM1.5t (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia's total trade in May 2026 rose 29.8% to RM327.6 billion, driven by strong export growth and increased imports, resulting in a significant trade surplus.

• Malaysia's total trade in May 2026 increased by 29.8% year-on-year to RM327.6 billion
• Exports rose 45.3% to RM184.0 billion, while imports increased 14.1% to RM143.6 billion
• Trade surplus surged 5,214% to RM40.4 billion in May 2026