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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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Hartalega’s 1QFY2025 Earnings Improving

Hartalega Holdings Bhd is poised for a substantial increase in core net profit for the first quarter of FY2025, according to RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB). The expected improvement is attributed to higher product prices and increased volume.

RHB IB anticipates Hartalega will report core earnings of RM20 million to RM25 million for the first quarter ending June 30, 2024 (1QFY2025). This is a significant jump from RM1.8 million in the fourth quarter of FY2024. Hartalega is set to announce its earnings on August 6.

Key Highlights:

  • Average Selling Prices (ASP): ASPs rose 5% quarter-on-quarter, with improved demand outlook and operational efficiency.
  • Revenue Growth: Revenue likely increased by 13.6% to RM602 million in 1QFY2025.
  • Cost Increase: Estimated 3% rise in costs due to higher nitrile and natural gas prices.
  • Net Margin: Expected to improve to 4% from 0.3% in 4QFY2024.

RHB IB's Perspective:

  • Valuation Re-rating: RHB IB maintains a bullish stance, suggesting a valuation re-rating is justified based on positive market dynamics.
  • Rating and Target Price: RHB IB maintains its “buy” rating on Hartalega with a target price of RM4.10, based on a discounted cash flow valuation.
  • Earnings Estimate: No changes were made to the earnings estimate, but RHB IB believes an improvement is on the horizon.

Industry Outlook:

  • Robust Balance Sheet: Hartalega is favored for its strong balance sheet and efficient operating model.
  • Medical Glove Sector Recovery: The company is seen as a key beneficiary of the recovery in the medical glove sector.
  • Market Dynamics: Customers are now more receptive to ASP increases, improving operating dynamics for glove manufacturers.
  • Profitability Outlook: The pricing gap between Malaysian and Chinese glovemakers is narrowing, which is expected to enhance profitability. Malaysia’s glove export volume rose 8% quarter-on-quarter and 29% year-on-year in April-June.

Hartalega’s performance in the upcoming quarters looks promising with an anticipated boost in profitability and favorable industry trends supporting its growth.

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