KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note today as investors engaged in profit-taking following the recent rebound in the local market, an analyst said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) declined by 0.65 per cent, or 11.19 points, to 1,700.84 from last Friday's close of 1,712.03. The benchmark index opened 1.56 points lower at 1,710.47 and moved between 1,699.94 and 1,712.32 throughout the trading session. Market breadth was negative, with decliners outnumbering gainers 560 to 481. A total of 608 counters were unchanged, 1,649 untraded, and 14 suspended. Turnover slipped to 3.29 billion units worth RM2.40 billion from 3.45 billion units worth RM3.79 billion on Friday.
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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