BURSA Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the rollercoaster week on a firmer footing, rising 0.35%, driven by continued bargain hunting in tandem with the mostly positive regional market performance.
At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 5.67 points to 1,596.05 from Thursday’s close of 1,590.38.
The index opened 10.78 points higher at 1,601.16 and moved between 1,591.75 and 1,604.06 throughout the trading session today.
On the broader market, gainers surpassed decliners 1,103 to 218, with 357 counters unchanged, 764 untraded, and 22 others suspended.
Turnover declined to 4.19 billion units worth RM2.93 bil from Thursday’s 4.31 billion units worth RM3.09 bil. – Aug 9, 2024
