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 ...
Chinese IT Firm Picks Banks for Second Listing Amid China’s Market Shift
- Unisplendour Corp, a Beijing-based IT services provider, is planning a second listing in Hong Kong to raise around US$1 billion (RM4.42 billion) to fuel its overseas expansion.
- BNP Paribas SA, China Merchants Bank International, and CSC Financial Co have been tapped as lead banks for the offering, with more banks potentially joining the deal.
- The company confirmed it is exploring equity financing in Hong Kong but has not finalized the plan or a listing timeline.
China’s IPO Shift to Hong Kong
- Chinese firms are increasingly turning to Hong Kong for capital as China limits domestic stock sales to stabilize its equity market.
- Other major Chinese companies seeking Hong Kong listings include:
- Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) – the world’s largest battery maker
- Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co – a major drugmaker
- Foshan Haitian Flavouring & Food Co – a leading condiment producer
- These deals support Hong Kong’s IPO revival, with 2025 listings projected to more than double to US$22 billion, as market confidence improves following a 17% rise in the Hang Seng Index.
Unisplendour’s Market Position & Growth Strategy
- The company specializes in cloud computing, software development, servers, and storage systems.
- Its Shenzhen-listed shares have risen 12% in 2025, valuing the company at approximately 90 billion yuan (RM54.85 billion).
Hong Kong’s IPO Rebound
- The influx of Chinese firms listing in Hong Kong signals confidence in the city’s financial market recovery.
- Higher valuations and regulatory easing could further boost IPO activity, making Hong Kong a preferred listing destination for Chinese firms eyeing global expansion.
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