Wholesale, retail trade sales hit RM168.5bil in June: DOSM

In June 2026, Malaysia's wholesale and retail trade sales surged by 10.1 percent year-on-year, reaching RM168.5 billion, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). This growth was fueled by robust performance across all three sub-sectors. The wholesale trade sector saw sales rise by RM8.5 billion, or 12.4 percent, to RM76.8 billion, while the retail trade sector recorded a 6.6 percent increase, reaching RM72.0 billion.

The motor vehicles sub-sector also contributed significantly, expanding by RM2.6 billion, or 14.9 percent, to RM19.7 billion. Altogether, sales in these three sub-sectors grew by RM15.5 billion, predominantly driven by the wholesale trade, which accounted for the largest share of the increase. The wholesale trade's expansion was largely driven by the specialised wholesale group, which saw a 25.3 percent rise to RM31.0 billion.

This growth was supported by increased sales of petrol, diesel, lubricants, and liquefied petroleum gas, as well as household goods such as pharmaceuticals, medical goods, jewellery, and clothing. The retail trade also benefited from heightened consumer activity during the festive season and the school holidays, leading to improved mobility, household purchases, and consumption-related activities.

The motor vehicles sub-sector recorded the highest growth in sales value, with a 14.9 percent increase to RM19.7 billion, primarily driven by sales of motor vehicles, which rose by 22.3 percent to RM9.8 billion. Online retail activity continued to expand, with online retail sales growing by 9.0 percent year-on-year, indicating a strong reliance on digital channels alongside physical retail outlets.