In Q3 2025, Brunei Darussalam’s economy recorded modest growth of 0.03 per cent, supported by continued expansion in the Oil and Gas sector (2.0 per cent), reflecting higher production of natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG).

The Non-Oil and Gas sector registered a moderate contraction of 1.8 per cent, mainly reflecting softer activity in selected subsectors, including Manufacturing of Petroleum and Chemical Products, Health Services, and Construction.

Inflation remained low and stable, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) declining by 0.3 per cent year-on-year, supported by lower prices in both Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Non-Food components. The easing of food prices was driven by reductions in key commodities such as vegetables, meat, milk, dairy products and eggs, alongside declines in selected services.

Total merchandise trade decreased by 12.0 per cent in Q3 2025, reflecting lower exports (6.3 per cent) and imports (20.7 per cent), largely due to reduced trade in mineral fuels and petrochemical products. Despite this, the trade balance remained in surplus.