Funds are shifting on local bourse
On the local bourse, funds are shifting away from riskier, high-valuation sectors such as Technology and Utilities.
September 9, 2024
On the local bourse, funds are shifting away from riskier, high-valuation sectors such as Technology and Utilities.
European stock markets advanced, showing a positive performance, while Asian markets mostly ended in the red, reflecting a less optimistic sentiment in the region.
Despite potential downside risks, these are expected to be well-cushioned by the solid quarterly financial performance from banking giants and improved foreign fund inflows
The recent influx of IPOs, which raised over RM2 billion in the first half of 2024, could be contributing to the lower interest in small-cap stocks.
Appreciating ringgit maybe be pushing buying on blue chips with foreign funds flow
The strong performance was rather surprising spurred by the influx of foreign funds with the 1,630 mark decisively broken.
He highlights growing investor confidence in companies prioritizing sustainable and ethical practices, emphasizing the financial viability of syariah-compliant investments. By June 2024, 79.4% of listed counters on Bursa Malaysia (833 out of 1,049) were syariah-compliant.
S P Setia’s robust performance is largely driven by significant land sales in Johor, positioning it well for continued growth and profitability
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The US industrial growth marked the second consecutive month of expansion after four months of contraction in 2024.