Forecast: Fixed Broadband Subscriptions in Malaysia

Over the period from 2013 to 2023, fixed broadband subscriptions in Malaysia exhibited varied trends. Starting at 9.75 units per hundred persons in 2013, subscriptions experienced a slight growth of 2.55% in 2014 but then saw a decline to 8.41 by 2017. The nadir occurred in 2018 with an all-time low of 8.32 subscriptions. However, a resurgence began in 2019, reaching a year-on-year growth rate of 11.87% in 2022 and culminating in 13.54 subscriptions per hundred persons in 2023.

The average annual growth rate from 2018 to 2023 stood at 10.23%, highlighting the recovery and substantial increases in recent years. Looking ahead, the forecast indicates a continuation of growth, albeit at a slower pace, with a projected CAGR of 3.69% over the next five years.

Future trends to watch for:

• Potential technological advances in broadband infrastructure
• Increasing demand for high-speed internet in remote and rural areas
• Government policies and incentives aimed at expanding broadband coverage
• Impact of emerging technologies like 5G on fixed broadband demand