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Malaysia Sector Trade Performance Scorecard

Compare Malaysia’s major trade sectors using a practical scorecard based on exports, imports, total trade, trade balance, export share, import share, and overall sector performance using official Malaysia open data.

Latest Malaysia Sector Trade Performance Scorecard: March 2026

The figures below compare Malaysia’s major trade sectors using a calculated score based on trade activity, export strength, and trade balance.

Total Exports RM 148,752,304,156 (RM 148.75 billion)
Total Imports RM 124,199,086,437 (RM 124.20 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 24,553,217,719 (RM 24.55 billion)
Top Scorecard Sector Machinery and Transport Equipment

Malaysia Trade Sectors Ranked by Performance Score

The cards below rank sectors by a calculated score. The score is for general comparison only and is not an official government rating.

Rank 1

Machinery and Transport Equipment

Performance Score 88.51/100 — Very Strong
Total Trade RM 148,993,963,240 (RM 148.99 billion)
Exports RM 80,492,049,894 (RM 80.49 billion)
Imports RM 68,501,913,346 (RM 68.50 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 11,990,136,548 (RM 11.99 billion)
Share of Total Trade 54.59%
Share of Exports 54.11%
Share of Imports 55.15%
Rank 2

Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles

Performance Score 45.35/100 — Moderate
Total Trade RM 26,247,350,680 (RM 26.25 billion)
Exports RM 17,817,880,070 (RM 17.82 billion)
Imports RM 8,429,470,610 (RM 8.43 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 9,388,409,460 (RM 9.39 billion)
Share of Total Trade 9.62%
Share of Exports 11.98%
Share of Imports 6.79%
Rank 3

Mineral Fuels, Lubricants and Related Materials

Performance Score 34.23/100 — Limited
Total Trade RM 27,057,248,232 (RM 27.06 billion)
Exports RM 16,011,233,441 (RM 16.01 billion)
Imports RM 11,046,014,791 (RM 11.05 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 4,965,218,650 (RM 4.97 billion)
Share of Total Trade 9.91%
Share of Exports 10.76%
Share of Imports 8.89%
Rank 4

Animal and Vegetable Oils, Fats and Waxes

Performance Score 32.92/100 — Limited
Total Trade RM 7,063,768,330 (RM 7.06 billion)
Exports RM 5,872,816,498 (RM 5.87 billion)
Imports RM 1,190,951,832 (RM 1.19 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 4,681,864,666 (RM 4.68 billion)
Share of Total Trade 2.59%
Share of Exports 3.95%
Share of Imports 0.96%
Rank 5

Manufactured Goods Classified Chiefly by Material

Performance Score 22.89/100 — Limited
Total Trade RM 21,404,113,814 (RM 21.40 billion)
Exports RM 11,302,933,756 (RM 11.30 billion)
Imports RM 10,101,180,058 (RM 10.10 billion)
Trade Surplus RM 1,201,753,698 (RM 1.20 billion)
Share of Total Trade 7.84%
Share of Exports 7.60%
Share of Imports 8.13%
Rank 6

Chemicals and Related Products

Performance Score 13.97/100 — Low
Total Trade RM 17,718,725,426 (RM 17.72 billion)
Exports RM 8,056,602,553 (RM 8.06 billion)
Imports RM 9,662,122,873 (RM 9.66 billion)
Trade Deficit RM -1,605,520,320 (RM -1.61 billion)
Share of Total Trade 6.49%
Share of Exports 5.42%
Share of Imports 7.78%
Rank 7

Beverages and Tobacco

Performance Score 11.76/100 — Low
Total Trade RM 479,225,969 (RM 479.23 million)
Exports RM 223,670,990 (RM 223.67 million)
Imports RM 255,554,979 (RM 255.55 million)
Trade Deficit RM -31,883,989 (RM -31.88 million)
Share of Total Trade 0.18%
Share of Exports 0.15%
Share of Imports 0.21%
Rank 8

Crude Materials, Inedible, Except Fuels

Performance Score 9.76/100 — Low
Total Trade RM 8,224,217,527 (RM 8.22 billion)
Exports RM 3,349,654,797 (RM 3.35 billion)
Imports RM 4,874,562,730 (RM 4.87 billion)
Trade Deficit RM -1,524,907,933 (RM -1.52 billion)
Share of Total Trade 3.01%
Share of Exports 2.25%
Share of Imports 3.92%
Rank 9

Food and Live Animals

Performance Score 7.50/100 — Low
Total Trade RM 10,650,233,413 (RM 10.65 billion)
Exports RM 4,008,837,738 (RM 4.01 billion)
Imports RM 6,641,395,675 (RM 6.64 billion)
Trade Deficit RM -2,632,557,937 (RM -2.63 billion)
Share of Total Trade 3.90%
Share of Exports 2.69%
Share of Imports 5.35%
Rank 10

Commodities and Transactions Not Elsewhere Classified

Performance Score 5.70/100 — Low
Total Trade RM 5,112,543,962 (RM 5.11 billion)
Exports RM 1,616,624,419 (RM 1.62 billion)
Imports RM 3,495,919,543 (RM 3.50 billion)
Trade Deficit RM -1,879,295,124 (RM -1.88 billion)
Share of Total Trade 1.87%
Share of Exports 1.09%
Share of Imports 2.81%
Source: Official Malaysia open data from data.gov.my and the Department of Statistics Malaysia. The performance score is calculated from official sector trade figures for general comparison only and is not an official DOSM score. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision.

Understanding Malaysia Sector Trade Performance Scorecard

Malaysia’s sector trade performance scorecard compares major trade categories using several indicators together instead of relying on only one figure. A sector may have high export value, strong import value, large total trade, or a positive trade balance. The scorecard brings these indicators together to provide a more balanced view.

This dashboard is useful for exporters, importers, manufacturers, logistics providers, freight forwarders, warehouse operators, procurement teams, analysts, researchers, students, investors, and business owners who want to compare Malaysia’s major trade sectors in a practical way.

How the Scorecard Helps

The scorecard helps visitors identify which sectors are most active, which sectors are export-led, which sectors are import-led, and which sectors contribute strongly to Malaysia’s trade movement. It is not a financial recommendation or official ranking method, but a useful comparison tool based on official trade data.

For logistics and supply chain companies, sector performance scores can provide a quick reference for cargo movement, shipment planning, container usage, warehousing demand, customs clearance, port coordination, and distribution activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the trade performance score show?

It provides a simple comparison score based on sector trade activity, export share, import share, and trade balance.

Is the score an official DOSM score?

No. The score is calculated from official DOSM data for general comparison only.

How is total trade calculated?

Total trade is calculated by adding exports and imports.

How often is the data updated?

The official trade data is generally updated monthly. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision.

Data Notice:
The figures displayed on this page are based on official Malaysia open data and are provided for general information and reference. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision by the official data provider.