KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed almost flat on Tuesday as buying interest rotated away from index heavyweights towards smaller-cap construction stocks, with sentiment affected by geopolitical uncertainty, said an analyst. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 0.39 of a point to 1,714.40 from Monday’s close of 1,714.79. The benchmark index opened 1.65 points lower at 1,713.14 and moved between 1,710.44 and 1,714.50 throughout the trading session. The broader market was almost evenly balanced, with decliners leading gainers 548 to 546, while 598 counters were unchanged, 1,107 were untraded and 25 were suspended. Turnover expanded to 4.13 billion units valued at RM3.14 billion from 3.60 billion units valued at RM2.45 billion on Monday.
Hey guys, welcome to Underdog Investor ! Today, we’re diving into the Global Markets Week Ahead , where big news on jobs, manufacturing, and company updates will keep investors on their toes. Whether you’re curious about how the US economy is holding up, China’s latest recovery efforts, or what’s shaking in ASEAN markets, we’ve got you covered. Let’s break it down! Key Takeaways: US Jobs Report : A key factor in shaping the Fed’s next move on interest rates. China’s PMI Data : A crucial read on how China’s economy is responding to stimulus efforts. ASEAN Updates : Manufacturing, inflation, and retail data will offer insights into the region’s resilience. Now, let’s take a closer look at what’s coming this week. United States: Jobs and the Fed in Focus The November jobs report drops this Friday, and it’s a big one. Economists expect 183,000 new jobs to be added—slightly better than October’s numbers. Why does this matter? Because the Fed watches job growth like a hawk w...