Malaysia’s palm oil exports fell by 16% in December.
Malaysia’s palm oil exports fell about 16% in early December amid weak global demand, raising oversupply concerns. Inventories rose for a sixth month to 2.84 million tonnes, pressuring prices. Analysts expect further downside as production is forecast to hit a record 20 million tonnes next year.
Malaysia’s palm oil exports fell by 15.9-16.4% in the first ten days of December compared to the previous month, according to SunSirs, China’s national commodity market analysis center , citing data from the Malaysian Shipping Inspection Agency.
Malaysia’s palm oil exports in the first half of December fell by 15.9% to 16.4% from the previous month, indicating a significant weakening in demand that could lead to oversupply and inventory buildup in the spot market, putting downward pressure on palm oil prices, according to the ministry.
The decline in exports reflects weak global demand, particularly in the off-season, further fuelling expectations of lower prices.
Earlier, it was reported that Malaysia’s palm oil inventories have been growing for the sixth month in a row due to declining exports, increasing by 13% month-on-month to 2.84 million tonnes. Analysts expect the country’s palm oil production to reach 20 million tonnes for the first time next year.
According to OleoScope, on 15 December 2025, the price of RBD palm kernel oil (FOB Malaysia) for December delivery was $1,890.50 per tonne, which is $14.93 per tonne lower than the previous value on 12 December 2025 ($1,905.43 per tonne). This is the lowest value in a week.
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