Malaysia's CPI declined to 1.8% YoY in September, marking the lowest rate in 5 months.

Malaysia's consumer price index (CPI) dropped to 1.8% year-on-year in September, marking the lowest rate in five months and falling short of economists' expectations of 1.9%. This decline was influenced by slower price growth in transportation and communication services. Core inflation also fell to 1.8%. Monthly prices remained stable in October. Key factors included a 1.6% rise in food prices and a 3.1% increase in housing costs.