Robust US employment data has bolstered global market sentiment, fostering hopes for a soft landing for the economy. This optimism has spilled over into Asia, driving Bursa Malaysia higher as investors anticipate continued growth despite inflation concerns. The positive cues from Wall Street influenced regional trading.
On February 5, 2026, Bursa Malaysia benefited today from robust US employment data released overnight, which boosted global market sentiment and reinforced investor confidence in a 'soft landing' for the global economy. The gains on the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq set a positive tone for Asian markets, including Malaysia. Singapore's Straits Times Index rose 0.5%, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index also recorded a 0.8% increase. This regional optimism prompted foreign investors to reconsider emerging market assets. Analysts believe that as long as US economic data remains positive and avoids aggressive interest rate hikes, Southeast Asian markets will continue to attract capital inflows, providing support for local equities.
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