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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

Among the options gaining traction is the rental of festive attire, allowing wearers to showcase a variety of designs and brands without the need to spend heavily or crowd their wardrobes with seasonal clothing. Photo: Instagram/KITAR

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

The beneficiaries of Salam Prihatin 4.0, alongside the committee of Pertubuhan Kebajikan Masyarakat Penyayang Lembah Pantai (PERKEMP), senior leadership of AEON Bank and AEON BiG, and AEON Bank’s volunteers. - Photo courtesy of AEON Bank

Community Communications Department (J-Kom) strategic adviser Datuk Dr Budiman Mohd Zohdi during Bernama TV’s Ruang Bicara programme, last night. - Photo by Bernama

The Madani Government has announced a 50 per cent discount on toll charges in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri to ease the cost of travelling back to hometowns. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Visitors who wish to stay overnight can rent chalets or camp with family and friends. - Bernama photo

Savings can serve as a financial buffer to help families cope with unexpected shocks such as higher prices or income disruptions. - Photo illustrated via Canva

Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad, widow of former Kinabatangan MP Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court, today. - Photo by Bernama