Maybank and CIMB Share Prices Boosted by Latest Earnings Reports

February 28, 2026

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Bursa Malaysia

Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) and CIMB Group Holdings Bhd saw their share prices rise by 1.8% and 2.1% respectively, following strong Q4 2025 earnings reports. Analysts anticipate continued growth for the banking sector.

Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) and CIMB Group Holdings Bhd performed strongly in Friday's trading, with their share prices rising by 1.8% to RM9.85 and 2.1% to RM6.70 respectively. This came after both banks announced better-than-expected fourth-quarter results for the financial year 2025, driven primarily by robust loan growth and improved net interest margins. Maybank reported a 15% year-on-year increase in net profit, while CIMB recorded an 18% growth. Analysts are generally optimistic about the banking sector's outlook, expecting continued earnings strength amid economic recovery and a stable interest rate environment. The strong performance of these two blue-chip stocks also provided support to the FBM KLCI.

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