On Friday, Malaysia's technology sector experienced a 1.5% decline, influenced by a pullback in US tech stocks. In contrast, the banking sector rose by 0.7%, and the energy sector saw a slight gain of 0.2%, indicating a market preference for traditional industries. Investors are shifting towards more defensive assets amidst global uncertainties. The property sector also showed some resilience, with a marginal increase of 0.1%, as local demand remains steady. Healthcare, however, was mostly flat, reflecting a lack of new catalysts.
Sector performance on Bursa Malaysia was notably divergent on Friday. The technology sector emerged as the day's weakest performer, declining by 1.5%, primarily influenced by an overnight pullback in US tech stocks and uncertain semiconductor outlook. Tech counters like MPI and Inari Amertron both saw declines. In stark contrast, the banking sector displayed robust performance, collectively rising by 0.7%, benefiting from stable interest rate prospects and economic recovery expectations. Maybank and CIMB were key contributors. The energy sector also showed resilience, gaining a marginal 0.2%, with local demand providing support despite fluctuating international oil prices. Investors appear to be shifting from high-growth tech stocks towards more attractively valued traditional and defensive industries.
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