Malaysia’s benchmark index retreated as profit-taking in key heavyweights weighed on sentiment, while overall market activity remained active. Summary FBM KLCI fell 0.83% to 1,684.93 , dragged by losses in banking and selected large-cap names, despite steady trading participation. Market Performance FBM KLCI : 1,684.93 (-0.83%) FBM Mid 70: -0.00% (flat) FBM Small Cap: -0.23% FBM ACE: +0.20% Broad market was mixed , with weakness concentrated in large caps. Market Breadth & Trading Activity Total volume: 3.54 billion shares Total value: RM4.19 billion Gainers: 456 Losers: 678 Unchanged: 550 Market breadth turned negative , reflecting cautious sentiment. Top Movers – KLCI Gainers Axiata (6888.MY) +1.54% Petronas Gas (6033.MY) +1.18% Sunway (5211.MY) +1.15% Losers Hong Leong Bank (5819.MY) -3.29% Maybank (1155.MY) -3.02% CIMB (1023.MY) -2.47% Banking sector weakness was the main ...
Property Sector
Overweight
UOB Kay Hian (Nov 6): The property sector is poised for stronger 3Q24 results, driven by higher land sales and increased launches. Sector earnings are expected to grow 18% in 2025, supported by high-margin industrial properties.
- Top Picks:
- Lagenda Properties Bhd (KL)
- IOI Properties Group Bhd (KL)
- Mah Sing Group Bhd (KL)
- Eco World Development Group Bhd (KL)
Key Drivers:
- Land Sales: S P Setia leads with a projected RM350 million net gain in 2025, followed by Eco World (RM188 million) and Sunway (RM133 million).
- Data Centre Exposure: Developers like Mah Sing and Eco World benefit from land sales to data centre operators.
Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd (F&N)
Target Price: RM40.47 — BUY
MIDF Research (Nov 6): Despite a slight decline in 4Q earnings, F&N posted a +15% growth in FY24 core earnings, driven by a 4.9% revenue increase to RM5.25 billion.
- Key Factors:
- Expansion Plans: New manufacturing plants in Cambodia and Malaysia for beverages and dairy products.
- Future Growth: Festive season stockpiling and tourism recovery in Malaysia and Thailand.
- Outlook: Revenue is expected to continue growing in 1QFY25, supported by shifting consumer preferences for local brands.
Genetec Technology Bhd
Target Price: RM1.50 — BUY
CIMB Securities (Nov 5): Genetec plans to divest its 51% stake in CLT Engineering for RM21.6 million to streamline its focus on electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage segments.
- Key Points:
- The disposal will improve cash flow for raw material purchases in EV and energy storage.
- Despite a 71% stock decline YTD, the deal removes earnings drag from CLT, supporting recovery potential.
T7 Global Bhd
Target Price: 68 sen — BUY
Philip Capital (Nov 6): T7 Global secured a five-year RM500 million MCM and HUC contract with ExxonMobil, starting Dec 2024.
- Key Highlights:
- Net Profit Contribution: RM9 million annually from 2025 to 2029, based on a 9% profit margin.
- Order Book: Estimated at RM3.1 billion, with additional contract awards expected in the near term.
- The property sector remains a standout with double-digit growth expected in 2025.
- F&N and T7 Global show resilience through strategic expansion and contract wins, while Genetec’s disposal positions it for renewed focus on EV and energy storage growth.

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