Malaysia's banking giants, Maybank and CIMB Group, showed robust performance today, rising 0.8% and 1.0% respectively, leading gains among blue-chip stocks. Analysts are increasingly bullish on the banking sector's outlook, citing potential for improved net interest margins and asset quality in 2026.
Malaysia's banking sector was in the spotlight today, with blue-chip giants Maybank and CIMB Group leading the charge. Maybank's share price rose 0.8% to RM9.25, while CIMB Group jumped 1.0% to RM6.40. Analysts attribute the gains to expectations of improved Net Interest Margins (NIM) in 2026 and an optimistic outlook for loan growth. Furthermore, asset quality is anticipated to remain stable as the economy recovers. Despite risks of a global economic slowdown, domestic economic resilience provides a strong foundation for banks. Investor interest in banking stocks also reflects their appeal as defensive assets, especially during periods of higher market uncertainty.
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