Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Fed Rate Caution

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index opened lower today, tracking Wall Street’s mixed overnight performance, as sentiment remained cautious over the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate trajectory.  

CelcomDigi Posts Slightly Lower 3Q Profit Of RM436.98 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- CelcomDigi Bhd posted a slightly lower net profit of RM436.98 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) compared to RM455.72 million in the previous corresponding quarter.

Keyfield's Net Profit Higher At RM81.1 Mln In 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Keyfield International Bhd posted its quarterly record-high net profit of RM81.12 million during the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) compared to RM45.78 million net profit in the same quarter last year.

Hartalega 2Q Net Profit Slips To RM8.63 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Hartalega Holdings Bhd posted a lower net profit of RM8.63 million for the second quarter (2Q) ended Sept 30, 2024 (FY2025) compared to RM27.70 million in the same quarter last year.

RHBIB Upgrades Call On Plantation Sector, Share Prices Yet To Reflect CPO Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHBIB) has upgraded its recommendation on the plantation sector to “overweight” from “neutral,” given the higher crude palm oil (CPO) prices, which have crossed RM5,000 per tonne, amidst a blend of fundamental and speculative factors.

Analysts Expect Maxis To Continue Positive Momentum

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Maxis Bhd’s earnings performance is commendable despite the rather saturated market view with regards to competitive pricing, quota and speed offerings, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

Gamuda Likely To Oust Genting Malaysia From FBM KLCI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd has indicated that Gamuda Bhd may replace Genting Malaysia Bhd in the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) in the index’s upcoming review next month.

ACE Market Debutant Sorento Capital To Expand Into New Construction, Renovation Projects

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Sorento Capital Bhd is set to expand into new construction and renovation markets by targeting additional building segments, including affordable housing, hotels and office buildings, following its debut on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia today.

Analysts Lift Target Price On Gamuda Amid New Hydroelectric Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Analysts are maintaining an outperform rating on Gamuda Bhd, raising the target price following the company’s recent contract win, which bolsters earnings visibility.

TNB To See Continuous Stable Returns From Hydropower Plants Via HLEP -- RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) is expected to see continuous stable returns from its hydropower plants following the implementation of the Hydro Life Extension Programme (HLEP), according to RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower In Sync With Most Regional Markets

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower in tandem with the weak performance across the region following a negative cue from global equities overnight with strong selling In technology stocks, said an analyst. 

Capital A Optimistic About Exiting PN17 Status By Year-end -- Tony Fernandes

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd is poised to be in a positive equity position and optimistic about exiting its Practice Note 17 (PN17) status by the end of December this year, according to chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.