KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended marginally lower on Monday, as investors largely stayed on the sidelines and adopted a wait-and-see approach amid uncertainties over US monetary policy and geopolitical developments, an analyst said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 0.38 of a point to 1,735.37 compared with last Friday’s close of 1,735.75. The index opened 0.10 of a point higher at 1,735.85 and fluctuated between 1,730.35 and 1,738.97 throughout the day. However, on the broader market, gainers thumped losers 707 to 447, while 573 counters were unchanged, 1,046 untraded and 21 suspended. Turnover narrowed to 3.49 billion units valued at RM2.55 billion from 3.55 billion units valued at RM3.47 billion last Friday.
Singapore equities opened firmer as a rebound in US technology stocks and easing risk sentiment supported regional markets, while investors focused on potential value-unlocking moves in the banking sector . Market Snapshot The Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.18% to 4,972.54 , with advancers outpacing decliners (75 vs 41) in early trade, reflecting cautious optimism. Wall Street Recovery Driven by Tech US markets stabilised after last week’s selloff, led by a sharp rebound in semiconductor and tech names: Nasdaq +0.9% , S&P 500 +0.3% , while Dow -0.2% Intel surged 11.2% Micron Technology gained 9.9% Marvell Technology rallied on index inclusion The move highlights resilient investor conviction in AI-driven growth , despite recent volatility. Singapore Labour Market Shows Caution Hiring sentiment weakened, with outlook falling to +13% for Q3 2026 , the lowest since 2021. Companies ar...