Malaysia's technology sector faced profit-taking pressure on Friday, with its index declining by 0.8%, mainly influenced by a global tech stock pullback. In contrast, the energy sector showed strong performance, boosted by rising crude oil prices, with its index climbing 1.5%. Oil and gas counters like Yinson Holdings stood out.
Friday's Malaysian stock market displayed clear sectorial divergence. The technology sector faced profit-taking pressure after its recent strong rally, with the technology index declining by 0.8%, mainly influenced by a pullback in US tech stocks and investors adjusting positions ahead of the Chinese New Year. For instance, key tech counters like Vitrox Corp Bhd and Unisem (M) Bhd registered slight declines. However, the energy sector moved against the trend, boosted by continuously rising international crude oil prices, with the energy index climbing 1.5%. Brent crude futures hovered around US$82 per barrel, providing a positive impetus for oil and gas-related companies. Energy stocks such as Yinson Holdings Bhd and Dialog Group Bhd performed strongly, attracting investor attention. Analysts believe that the robust performance of the energy sector is likely to continue, especially amidst global economic recovery and geopolitical tensions.
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