In the Malaysian stock market today, the technology sector faced correction pressure due to global interest rate expectations, while the energy sector performed strongly, boosted by rising international oil prices.
On March 12, 2026, performance across various sectors in the Malaysian stock market was mixed. The technology sector faced adjustment pressure today, with its index falling 0.7%, primarily influenced by global tech stock corrections and rising interest rate expectations; for instance, Inari Amertron dropped 1.2% to RM3.20. Concurrently, the energy sector performed strongly, with its index rising 1.5%, benefiting from increasing international crude oil prices, as Brent crude surpassed US$85 per barrel. Dialog Group gained 1.8% to RM2.65, and Velesto Energy rose 2.5% to RM0.21. Analysts note that with global economic recovery, energy demand is increasing, suggesting further upside for the energy sector, while tech stocks need to demonstrate earnings growth to justify their high valuations.
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