Malaysia PPP Conversion Factor
PPP conversion factor, GDP PA.NUS.PPP
Malaysia's ppp conversion factor was 1.37 in 2025, ranked 134th globally. This represents a 2.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Malaysia's ppp conversion factor stood at 1.37 in 2025, a decline of +0.03 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.37 by 2025. Malaysia ranked 134th globally.
Malaysia’s purchasing‑power‑parity (PPP) conversion factor has risen markedly over the 36‑year series, moving from a trough of 0.97 in 1990 to an all‑time peak of 1.61 in 2017, before easing to the latest 2025 figure of 1.37, which places the country at rank 134 globally. The post‑2000 surge reflects structural reforms, export‑led growth and a gradual appreciation of real wages relative to the United States dollar, while the modest decline after 2017 coincides with slower domestic demand and external headwinds such as trade tensions. Malaysia’s current level matches that of peers Nauru and Aruba, both recorded at 1.37, and remains above St. Vincent and the Grenadines at 1.45. The trajectory suggests that sustained productivity gains and diversification of high‑value industries could restore upward momentum, whereas persistent inflation differentials or a slowdown in foreign investment might keep the conversion factor anchored near its present level.
Data & projection
| Year | PPP Conversion Factor | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 1.31 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 1.34 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 1.37 | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.37 | −0.03 | #134 |
| 2024 | 1.40 | −0.02 | #61 |
| 2023 | 1.42 | −0.08 | #66 |
| 2022 | 1.50 | −0.01 | #69 |
| 2021 | 1.51 | −0.01 | #70 |
| 2020 | 1.52 | −0.04 | #71 |
| 2019 | 1.56 | −0.02 | #70 |
| 2018 | 1.58 | −0.02 | #70 |
| 2017 | 1.61 | +0.05 | #73 |
| 2016 | 1.55 | +0.02 | #74 |
| 2015 | 1.54 | +0.05 | #72 |
| 2014 | 1.48 | +0.03 | #71 |
| 2013 | 1.46 | +0.01 | #71 |
| 2012 | 1.45 | −0.02 | #67 |
| 2011 | 1.47 | +0.05 | #73 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Malaysia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw ppp conversion factor improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Malaysia's ppp conversion factor was 1.37 in 2025. Ranked 134th globally. This represents a 2.0% decrease from the previous year.
Malaysia's ppp conversion factor peaked at 1.61 in 2017.
The lowest ppp conversion factor in Malaysia was 0.97 in 1990.
Malaysia ranks 134th globally in ppp conversion factor as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.PPP. Data sourced from World Bank.
Malaysia's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 1.37 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The ppp conversion factor of Malaysia in 2025 was 1.37. This ranks 134th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_malaysia_ppp-conversion-factor,
title = {Malaysia PPP Conversion Factor},
url = {https://historysaid.com/malaysia/ppp-conversion-factor/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}