Here’s a summary of key updates in Malaysia’s financial markets today:
Top Highlights
- Maybank (1155.MY): Reported a 7.6% increase in 3Q2024 net profit to RM2.54 billion, driven by higher non-interest income despite a decline in net interest income. The bank aims for a 11% ROE for FY2024.
- Sunway (5211.MY): Net profit doubled to RM376.08 million in 3Q2024, with a 31.8% increase in revenue to RM2.03 billion.
- IOI Corp (1961.MY): 1Q2025 net profit surged 133.8% to RM710.7 million, boosted by forex gains and biological asset adjustments.
- KLK (2445.MY): 4Q2024 net profit dropped 94.18% to RM6.77 million, impacted by inventory write-downs and investment losses in Synthomer Plc.
- Airports (5014.MY): 3Q2024 net profit more than doubled to RM210.37 million, driven by increased passenger volumes. Revenue rose 20% to RM1.53 billion.
Breaking News
- Marriott Layoffs: The hotel operator plans to cut 800 corporate jobs and reduce costs by US$80-90 million in 2025.
- Booking.com Efficiency Moves: Workforce growth slowed to 3% in 2024, with further cuts under consideration.
- Vail Resorts: Targeting US$100 million in annual savings by 2026, including a 14% workforce reduction.
- Supreme Consolidated IPO: Oversubscribed 350 times, the IPO aims to raise RM17.5 million for expansion.
Other Notable Results
- YTL (4677.MY): 1Q2024 net profit fell by over a third to RM333.7 million, despite a 3.36% increase in revenue to RM7.77 billion.
- Pharmaniaga (7081.MY): Rebounded with RM101.03 million net profit in 3Q2024, reversing a loss of RM49.34 million last year.
- TChong (4405.MY): Posted its largest loss in a decade, with a net loss of RM90.28 million due to forex losses.
Market Context
While financial and plantation sectors showed resilience, challenges such as forex volatility, inventory issues, and macroeconomic uncertainties continue to weigh on companies across industries. These mixed outcomes highlight the ongoing need for cost optimization and strategic investments as businesses adapt to global market shifts.
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