In the EPF’s dividend context, the difference of 0.15% matters far less to a retiree than the fund’s ability to remain resilient and stable for 30 consecutive years. Despite these cycles, the fund’s investment assets grew to a staggering RM1,409 billion by the end of 2025. In simpler terms, having two different engines running on different fuels yet achieving identical net returns reflects strong fund management. Whether navigating a 5.2% expansion in the local economy or a strengthening Ringgit, the fund has consistently delivered competitive returns across different economic cycles. Over the last decade, the fund has weathered pandemics, political shifts, and global trade wars, yet it remains the steady anchor of Malaysia’s social protection.

Source: The Star March 04, 2026 11:09 UTC