Bandar seri begawan: His Majesty in the titah states that although the country's economy experienced a decline of 1.1 per cent in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, the country's macroeconomic fundamentals are still resilient through a trade balance surplus of 4.0 billion Brunei Dollars until September, in addition to a decrease in the inflation rate of 0.3 per cent as of October 2025.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the nation's economic performance, while initially facing challenges, has demonstrated stability and positive indicators. The surplus in the trade balance and the drop in the inflation rate are contributing factors that underscore the country's economic resilience.
These macroeconomic fundamentals suggest a robust framework within which the country can navigate economic fluctuations, ensuring sustained economic health. The trade surplus and controlled inflation provide a stable economic environment, indicating a potentially positive outlook for the remainder of the year and beyond.