Malaysia's two largest banking giants, Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) and CIMB Group Holdings Bhd, saw their share prices edge up today, closing 0.8% and 0.6% higher respectively. This positive movement is driven by optimistic market expectations for their upcoming quarterly earnings announcements.
On March 10, 2026, Malaysia's banking sector showed resilience, with blue-chip counters Maybank and CIMB leading the charge. Maybank's share price rose 0.8% to close at RM9.25, while CIMB Group gained 0.6% to finish at RM6.48. Investors are holding positive expectations for the banks' upcoming Q4 FY2025 and full-year earnings announcements. Analysts widely anticipate stable Net Interest Margins (NIM) and sustained loan growth. Despite global economic uncertainties, the resilience of the Malaysian domestic economy and the banks' effective cost management strategies are expected to underpin their profitability. Furthermore, the market is also keenly observing the latest developments in both banks' digital banking initiatives.
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