2027 Budget – What's in it for industries? [WATCH]

KUALA LUMPUR: The 2027 Budget saw the government allocating RM83 billion for development expenditure, which is higher than the budget allocated for this year, but as a percentage of the total budget, it is the lowest over the last 5 years.

At the same time, allocation for social assistance and subsidies has increased to RM72.7 billion, making up 15.8 per cent of the total budget, and almost as big as the DE.

Are we spending enough on infrastructure development that will provide us with a stronger foundation for future growth? Or are we sacrificing our future for the needs of today?

One thing that is for sure is that the government is trying to balance both the needs of today and of the future. What's in store for the industries next year, and can the 2027 budget became a catalyst for future growth for them?

Join us on BT Insights today at 12pm as we discuss and dissect the 2027 Budget with our panelists Imran Yassin Yusof, head of research at MBSB Investment Bank, and Ananda Nayagan Sharva Nandan, chief operating officer of HSS Engineers Bhd.