Loading page content
Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
MalaysiaMalaysia Imports YoY fell to 14.1% in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Malaysia Imports YoY fell to 14.1% in May 2026, released June 2026, down 5.9% from April's 20.0% reading. The reading missed the 15.5% consensus by 1.4%. The print is running well above the 12-month average of 7.72%. Over the past 3 months, Imports YoY averaged 15.2%, vs 8.5% in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 73rd percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
14.1
Actual
15.5
Consensus
20
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±7.7 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 24.25
Actual: 14.1
Error: +10.15
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hang Seng | ▲ Direct | +0.57 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| USD/MYR | ▼ Inverse | −0.38 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Imports YoY (Malaysia) was reported at 43.9% in July 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 14.4%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through July 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 12.05%, ranging from -5.9% to 43.9% across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 26%, up from the prior three at 8.5%. Volatility over the past year (σ 12.18%) is higher than the prior year (σ 9.2%). In July readings over the past 3 years, Imports YoY has averaged 20.97%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with Hang Seng (Bullish Hang Seng). A secondary relationship exists with USD/MYR, negatively correlated (Bearish USD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 7.7%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for August 20, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Gross Domestic Product YoY (Aug 14).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update July 2026.
SHARE
Imports YoY - MY
Loading chart data...
About Imports YoY — Malaysia
DEFINITION
Imports YoY is a financial indicator that measures the year-over-year change in the total value of goods and services imported into a country. It provides valuable insights into a country's economic health and its trade relationships with other nations. A positive Imports YoY indicates an increase in imports, which can stimulate economic growth and consumer demand. On the other hand, a negative Imports YoY may suggest a decline in economic activity and potential trade imbalances. This indicator is closely monitored by investors, policymakers, and businesses to make informed decisions and assess the overall health of a country's economy.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Trade-balance and tariff data inform exchange-rate fundamentals and feed directly into GDP via the net-exports channel. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jun 2026): actual 43.9 %. Prior reading (May 2026): 14.1 %. Before that (Apr 2026): 20 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with Hang Seng (Bullish Hang Seng, r=0.57) — a useful reference for index-focused traders.
Σ
EXPECTED ZONE
SIGMANOMICS MARKET FORECAST ENGINE
Multi-horizon symbol forecasts, Rolling-Surprise economic predictions, and programmatic API access.
Expected Zones · Trade Bias · Confidence Intervals · API Access · 1,456+ instruments
FOREXCRYPTOSTOCKSCOMMODITIESINDICESAPI
BLSBEAFMPWORLD BANKFRED
1,456+ instruments247 indicators530+ correlationsREST + GQL API
4,151 economic indicators127 countries covered6 data sources
FREDBLSEIAECBBOJFMP
Economic Calendar - MY Events
| Monday, August 3, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:30 | MY | S&P Global Manufacturing PMI | 50.7 | 51.2 | 52.15 | Low | |