KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index edged higher at the close as bargain hunting emerged following Monday’s sharp sell-off, although it narrowly failed to reclaim the 1,600 level, said an analyst. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) gained 3.83 points, or 0.24 per cent, to 1,599.58 from Monday’s close of 1,595.75. The index opened 3.18 points lower at 1,592.57, marking its intraday low, and reached an intraday high of 1,602.83 in early trading. On the broader market, decliners outnumbered gainers 751 to 331, while 499 counters were unchanged, 1,259 untraded and 10 suspended. Turnover rose to 2.86 billion units worth RM2.42 billion against Monday’s 2.49 billion units worth RM2.38 billion.
Key Takeaway: Super Micro Computer Inc. (SMCI) saw its shares soar 38% overnight after announcing a plan to maintain its Nasdaq listing status and the appointment of a new auditor.
Details of the Announcement:
- New Auditor: The company’s board has appointed BDO USA, P.C., an affiliate of BDO International, as its independent auditor.
- Compliance Plan: Super Micro has submitted a plan to Nasdaq, requesting additional time to meet its compliance standards.
Next Steps:
- The company expects to finalize its annual report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and its quarterly report for the period ending September 30, 2024, within the grace period that Nasdaq may provide.
- Super Micro expressed confidence in its ability to become compliant with Nasdaq’s periodic reporting requirements.
Market Impact:
The proactive measures have boosted investor confidence, reflected in the sharp rise in the company’s share price.
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