The Kuala Lumpur Composite Index (KLCI) saw a marginal gain of 2.5 points to close at 1,518.3 today, buoyed by positive sentiment across regional markets and sustained buying interest in local banking counters. Investors are now keenly awaiting upcoming economic data releases for further direction.
On February 5, 2026, the Kuala Lumpur Composite Index (KLCI) closed marginally higher by 2.5 points at 1,518.3, tracking a generally stronger performance across major Asian bourses. Trading volume remained healthy, indicating cautiously optimistic market sentiment. Banking stocks were key drivers, with Maybank rising 0.8% and CIMB gaining 1.2%. Analysts noted that despite lingering global economic uncertainties, the Malaysian market is benefiting from stable domestic consumption and ongoing government support for infrastructure projects. Investors are now closely monitoring upcoming Q4 GDP figures and inflation reports to gauge the pace of economic recovery. Technical analysis suggests the KLCI may trade within a tight range of 1,515 to 1,530 in the near term.
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