KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended gains to a third consecutive session today, driven by broad-based buying across various sectors following the recent strong sell-off, in line with the performance of regional markets, an analyst said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose by 15.66 points, or 1.04 per cent, to 1,527.81 from Friday’s close of 1,512.15. The benchmark index opened 5.43 points firmer at 1,517.58 -- its intraday low -- and peaked at 1,531.63 during the mid-morning session and maintained its momentum throughout the afternoon session. On the broader market, gainers thumped decliners 708 to 297, while 425 counters were unchanged, 994 untraded, and seven suspended. Turnover improved to 3.28 billion units worth RM2.40 billion from 3.24 billion units worth RM2.5 billion on Friday.
What to Expect from Sea’s Performance on March 4
- Sea Limited (SE) is set to announce Q4 2024 financial results before the market opens on March 4 (ET).
- Analysts expect revenue of $464 million, reflecting a 28.42% YoY increase, and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.435.
- Sea’s stock has surged nearly 20% YTD, following a 160% gain last year.
Shopee: E-Commerce Growth & Market Expansion
- Shopee remains a key growth driver, benefiting from:
- Expanding market leadership amid potential slowdown in social commerce in ASEAN.
- Investment in logistics to sustain long-term growth.
- Continued investment in Brazil to strengthen market presence.
- J.P. Morgan expects Shopee to leverage network effects for sustained growth and has raised its FY26E GMV forecast by 4%.
- However, intensifying competition from regional and global players could impact short-term performance.
SeaMoney: Digital Finance Expansion
- Loan book growth exceeded 70% YoY in Q3, driven by strong credit demand in underserved markets.
- Momentum is expected to continue, fueled by rising demand for digital financial solutions.
- Key risk: Weakening credit quality could jeopardize growth forecasts.
Garena: Free Fire’s Turnaround & Growth Outlook
- Game bookings are projected to rise 24% YoY in 2025, led by Free Fire’s resurgence.
- New content collaborations, such as Naruto, have supported Free Fire’s turnaround after a two-year decline.
Key Investor Takeaways
- Watch for Shopee’s market expansion and take-rate trends.
- Monitor SeaMoney’s loan performance amid rising credit risks.
- Garena’s gaming revenue is expected to rebound, but sustainability remains key.
Market Outlook & Potential Risks
- Sea’s ability to navigate rising competition and scale its fintech operations will be crucial for future growth.
- Investors should closely watch management’s guidance on e-commerce growth, financial services expansion, and gaming performance.
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