
A weakness in local market emerged
On the local front, the FBM KLCI finally relented from the continuous foreign fund selling as it closes below the 1,600 level. Admittedly, it…

On the local front, the FBM KLCI finally relented from the continuous foreign fund selling as it closes below the 1,600 level. Admittedly, it…

While liquidity on the local bourse remains low, there is optimism that the index could test the 1,630 level before year-end. For today, the…

“Nonetheless, we remain adamant that buyers would still prevail hence expect the benchmark index to chart further upside.” -Rakuten

Bursa is expected to trade within the 1,615–1,625 range, with hopes of surpassing 1,630 to avoid prolonged consolidation.

We expect small-cap stocks to attract further bargain hunting activities as traders start to adopt risk-on mode

Wall Street hit record highs, China’s stimulus boosted sentiment, but Malaysia’s FBM KLCI saw foreign fund-driven sell-offs.

The FBM KLCI may find support in the Finance sector, buoyed by strong banking results. Globally, focus shifts to China’s Manufacturing PMI, while bargain…

Caution is advised due to persistent weak sentiment and the absence of strong catalysts

Investors should remain cautious in the absence of fresh catalysts. Globally, attention is on UK retail sales and US Michigan Consumer Sentiment data.

Market focus shifts to the ongoing quarterly earnings season

Investors have concerns of a prolonged consolidation phase if an immediate rebound fails to materialize

Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to keep the OPR steady at 3% provides clarity for the local market. We expect plantation stocks to remain in…

As we enter into the earnings season, we reckon sentiment should improve underpinned by the solid 15.4% earnings growth forecast for CY24

Bursa is on track to meet its fair value 2024 key performance indicators (KPIs), including a targeted 42 IPOs, up from 35 as of…