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 ...
Here’s a recap of notable corporate announcements and updates on Monday, Dec 16:
Gamuda Bhd
- Australian Contract Win: Gamuda’s subsidiary, DT Infrastructure Pty Ltd, secured a A$625 million (RM1.8 billion) engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for the 585MW Goulburn River Solar Farm in New South Wales. Work begins in January 2025.
- Key Scope: Includes civil, structural, and electrical infrastructure development.
Winstar Capital Bhd
- Upcoming Listing: Set to debut on Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market on Dec 19.
- Performance: Recorded a 3QFY2024 net profit of RM3.31 million on RM58.76 million revenue.
- Business Segments: Aluminium extrusion (57.7% of revenue), building materials, and solar PV system installations.
MClean Technologies Bhd
- Diversification Approved: Shareholders approved a move into plastic injection moulding and a private placement.
- Key Figures: Acquiring the business for RM6.04 million; private placement to raise RM12.3 million; a RM35 million capital reduction to offset losses.
DRB-Hicom Bhd
- Strategic Partnerships: Signed MOUs with Mida and MARii to boost Malaysia’s automotive industry through the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV) project.
- Aim: Transform AHTV into a global hub for next-generation vehicles.
Sapura Industrial Bhd
- Shareholder Exit: Puncak Exotika Sdn Bhd reduced its stake below the substantial 5% threshold after selling 500,000 shares at 82 sen each.
NTPM Holdings Bhd
- Return to Profitability: Reported a net profit of RM162,000 in 2QFY2025, supported by a RM5.92 million forex gain, despite a 2.6% drop in revenue.
- Dividend Declared: First interim dividend of 0.4 sen per share, payable Jan 20, 2025.
Crest Group Bhd
- HQ Expansion: Acquiring a RM16.5 million industrial property in Puchong, Selangor.
- Purpose: New headquarters and consolidation of central operations.
- Funding: From IPO proceeds and internal funds.
Marine & General Bhd
- Profit Growth: 2QFY2025 net profit surged 46.7% to RM12.1 million, driven by higher charter rates.
- Revenue: Rose 1.3% YoY to RM93.1 million, despite lower utilisation rates.
George Kent (M) Bhd
- New Contract: Awarded a RM45.5 million contract for Kwasa Damansara township infrastructure works.
- Timeline: Begins Jan 2025, completion by July 2027.
Infomina Bhd
- International Deal: Secured a US$2.6 million (RM11.6 million) order from Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Ltd (HKEX) for tech application and support services.
- Duration: Dec 2024 to Dec 2027.
Perdana Petroleum Bhd
- Charter Contract: Signed a three-year agreement for an anchor handling tug and supply (AHTS) vessel, with a possible three-year extension.
- Scope: Supporting offshore rigs, installations, and barges.
Advancecon Holdings Bhd
- Infrastructure Contract: Secured a RM44.6 million project for Sime Darby Property’s Elmina West development.
- Project Scope: Roads, drainage, water reticulation, and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Unbilled Order Book: Now totals RM321.6 million.
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