The Budget 2026 Winners

Alexander Chia, Regional Head of Research, RHB Investment Bank

01-Oct-25 09:15

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Budget 2026 is slated to be tabled on 10 October. With the Madani government pursuing economic reforms whilst keep an eye on fiscal consolidation, which listed companies stand to benefit. Alexander Chia, Regional Head of Research, RHB Investment Bank tells us his perspective.

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Produced by: Wong Shou Ning

Presented by: Wong Shou Ning, Elaine Boey, Philip See

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Categories: economy, politics

Tags: budget 2026, madani, madani government, fiscal consolidation, fiscal,

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