Malaysia Economic Growth Surges on AI Hardware Demand
Malaysia's economy grew by 6.0% in the second quarter of 2026, driven by a surge in AI-related semiconductor exports and electrical goods.

Malaysia's economy grew by 6.0% in the second quarter of 2026, driven by a surge in AI-related semiconductor exports and electrical goods.

China's exports surged 36.3% in September 2026 to $447.18 billion, driven by global demand for AI-related hardware, pushing the annual trade surplus toward a potential $1 trillion.

Tesla's China operations shift as domestic sales decline by 11.9% while exports double, facing a new tax rebate cut that could cost the company $600 million annually.

China's NEV sales hit a 2026 monthly high of 1.823 million units in September, as a 160% surge in exports compensated for a 9.4% decline in domestic demand.

The World Bank increased its 2026 growth forecast for East Asia and the Pacific to 4.5%, citing strong AI-related exports while warning of risks from over-reliance on the sector.

Chery Group reported a total of 292,308 vehicle sales in September, driven by strong export performance and growth in the new energy vehicle segment.

South Korea's exports reached a record $120.94 billion in September 2026, driven by a massive surge in semiconductor and computer hardware demand for AI infrastructure.

Russia has raised its 2026 crude oil export forecast to 244.7 million tons, even as domestic production hits its lowest point since 2009 due to refinery damage.

South Korea reported a $22.97 billion trade surplus for the first 20 days of September as exports climbed 78.3% amid high demand for AI-related semiconductors.

Singapore's non-oil domestic exports jumped 46.2% in August 2026, fueled by a 131.8% surge in electronics shipments driven by global demand for AI hardware and semiconductors.

Russia's weekly oil export revenue reached $1.9 billion following a supply disruption in Saudi Arabia that pushed Brent crude prices above $108 per barrel.

BYD is expanding its maritime logistics fleet with an order for 10 new LNG-powered car carriers to support its growing international vehicle exports.

China's NEV sales reached 1.64 million units in August, driven by record-high BEV performance and a 130 per cent surge in exports, even as domestic passenger car demand weakens.

BYD plans to expand its shipping fleet to 18 vessels by 2029, ordering 10 new car carriers to support its growing international vehicle exports.

China has already exceeded its 2025 annual car export record in just eight months, driven by a surge in demand for New Energy Vehicles.

Geely reported a 29% increase in battery electric vehicle sales and a 205% surge in exports for August 2026.

Chinese authorities have implemented new export guidelines for domestic automakers to regulate pricing, marketing, and international business operations.

Chery Group reported a 15.4% year-on-year increase in August sales, driven by record-breaking exports and a 69.8% surge in new energy vehicle deliveries.
