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Market Daily Report: Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher In Line With Most Regional Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher on Friday in line with most Asian markets, mirroring gains from Wall Street, where investors welcomed the US Federal Reserve's substantial interest rate cut. The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose by 3.17 points, or 0.19 per cent, to 1,668.82 at the close from Thursday's close of 1,665.65. It opened 5.03 points higher at 1,670.68, trading between 1,668.48 and 1,674.04 throughout the session. In the broader market, gainers outpaced decliners 732 to 468, while 465 counters were unchanged, 850 untraded and 32 suspended. Turnover swelled to 4.19 billion units worth RM5.97 billion, from Thursday's 3.99 billion units worth RM4.08 billion. UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors head of investment research, Mohd Sedek Jantan, noted the FBM KLCI's gains were led by utilities, logistics, and banking stocks, reflecting improved market sentiment. Additiona
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Micron Forecasts Billions in HBM Revenue by FY2025, Eyes AI Demand Boom

Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) projects a substantial revenue surge from high bandwidth memory (HBM) sales, with expectations to leap from hundreds of millions in FY2024 to billions in FY2025. This forecast aligns with Micron’s broader ambitions to match its HBM market share with its overall DRAM market share by CY2025, according to CEO Sanjay Mehrotra during the Q3 FY2024 earnings call.

Key Highlights:

  • Revenue Projections: Micron’s HBM sales are set to soar, anticipating billions in revenue by FY2025, a significant jump from the previous fiscal year.
  • Customer Base: Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) stands as a key customer, particularly for Micron's HBM3E.
  • Product Development: The company is advancing its HBM technology, working on HBM4 and HBM4E models.
  • Market Dynamics: The tight supply of DRAM and NAND memory for CY2024 is expected to enhance profitability and ROI, critical for future investments.
  • AI Demand: Increasing demand for AI PCs, AI smartphones, and data center AI is poised to drive record revenue. The upcoming PC replacement cycle, spurred by the end of Windows 10 support, will further boost demand.
  • Strategic Investments: Micron has secured a preliminary agreement for $6.1 billion in grants from the U.S. federal government under the CHIPS and Science Act, earmarked for semiconductor plants in Idaho and New York.

Takeaways for Investors:

  1. Revenue Growth: Micron’s projected revenue growth in HBM indicates strong market positioning and potential stock appreciation.
  2. AI and Data Center Demand: The surge in AI-driven demand presents a lucrative opportunity for sustained revenue growth.
  3. Supply Constraints: Investors should note the potential benefits from tight DRAM and NAND supply, likely to improve margins.
  4. Government Support: The substantial federal grants reflect strong government backing, enhancing Micron’s long-term growth prospects.

Investor Actions:

  • Monitor AI Developments: Keep an eye on AI market trends and Micron’s role in supplying memory for AI applications.
  • Evaluate Supply Chain Dynamics: Consider the implications of DRAM and NAND supply constraints on profitability.
  • Assess Strategic Initiatives: Review the impact of government grants and strategic investments in semiconductor fabrication.

Micron’s shares experienced volatility, initially dropping as much as 7% in post-market trading on Wednesday. However, the long-term growth prospects driven by AI demand and strategic investments offer a compelling case for investors.

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