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Despite steady economic growth and low unemployment, many Malaysian households approached Hari Raya Aidilfitri this year with greater caution, carefully balancing cherished traditions with tighter budgets as living costs continue to weigh on spending decisions. Photo: Edited via Canva

As the last lights of Hari Raya Aidilfitri twinkle out and kitchens cool from the festive rush, many Malaysians are left facing a sobering reality: emptying wallets and depleted savings. Photo: Edited via Canva

A survey found that Kampung Darat was aglow with festive lights, with most homes taking part in the LipLap Lighting Competition, adding a vibrant sparkle to the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. - Bernama photo

For some owners, the tiny and adorable outfits are not merely accessories but a way to share the joy of Aidilfitri with their beloved pets while adding cheer to family photo sessions. - Photo credit: Raziellia Nor Saafri via Bernama

Generation Z is quietly reshaping how Hari Raya Aidilfitri is celebrated, blending long-standing traditions with digital habits and modern lifestyles. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

Spending patterns show that Malaysian families are not abandoning festive traditions but are instead adjusting how they celebrate.

Repeated heavy meals over a short period place cumulative strain on the stomach, especially when dishes are high in fat. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva

Nur Fatin Yasmin Firdaus demonstrates her skill in weaving ketupat, a traditional craft that is becoming increasingly rare among the younger generation, when met by Bernama at the Ketupat Weaving Workshop held in conjunction with the RIUH Raya Baik Baik programme here recently. Photo by Bernama

Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama photo