KLCI Closes 0.5% Higher, Boosted by Banking and Energy Stocks

February 23, 2026
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The Edge Markets

The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI rose 0.5% to 1552.30 points on Monday, driven by strong performances in banking and energy sectors. Investors remained optimistic about upcoming corporate earnings reports and the global economic outlook, leading to broad-based gains across the market.

The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI closed 7.76 points, or 0.5%, higher at 1552.30 today, extending its positive momentum from last week. Market volume reached 4.25 billion shares valued at RM2.87 billion. Banking stocks led the charge, with Maybank gaining 1.2% and CIMB up 1.5%. Energy counters also performed strongly, benefiting from stable international oil prices. Investor sentiment was bolstered by positive regional market performances and expectations of China's economic recovery. Analysts anticipate the market will continue to focus on the ongoing corporate earnings season and statements from US Federal Reserve officials this week.
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