Malaysia's economic growth gained speed and exceeded expectations in the third quarter with strong upward contributions from domestic consumption and investment, while exports acted as a drag.
Gross domestic product expanded 3.3 percent after rising 2.9 percent in the second quarter, the Bank Negara Malaysia reported Friday. GDP was forecast to climb 3.0 percent.
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by Renju Jaya
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