KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended little changed on Friday, as investors remained cautious amid renewed pressure on global bond yields and geopolitical tensions, an analyst said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 0.23 points to 1,736.48 compared with Thursday’s close of 1,736.71. The benchmark index opened 0.63 of a point lower at 1,736.08, and fluctuated between 1,733.13 and 1,738.30 throughout the day. On the broader market, losers outpaced gainers 637 to 578, while 571 counters were unchanged, 1,086 untraded and 47 suspended. Turnover decreased to 3.91 billion units valued at RM3.32 billion from 4.28 billion units valued at RM4.01 billion on Thursday.
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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