KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 14): Economic downturn, rising inflation and the potential risk of asset bubbles are among the key concerns highlighted in the 21st edition of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Risks Report 2026 which could affect Malaysia, said WEF managing director Saadia Zahidi. She said economies that rely on trade for growth are likely to be affected by tariffs and the growing geoeconomic confrontation. She noted that concerns about an economic downturn have risen, moving up eight places to 11th position, higher than in previous years. “Inflation had really fallen down the list after having risen in the past directly after the pandemic. “Finally, concerns about a potential asset bubble have gone up seven positions to 18th, in the middle of the rankings, in this past year,” she said.

Source: The Edge Markets January 14, 2026 15:06 UTC