October 27, 2025
Stock Market
Malaysia’s stock market opened the week higher, extending last week’s gains as renewed buying in heavyweight energy and banking counters supported sentiment.
However, foreign funds continued to post net outflows, while investors remained cautious ahead of key global events and interest-rate guidance.
Market Performance
On Monday (Oct 27), the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) opened at 1,616.78 and climbed to 1,622.59 (+9.32 points, +0.58%) at 12:30 pm, compared with last Friday’s close of 1,613.27.
Market breadth stayed positive, with 404 gainers, 112 decliners, and active turnover of 191 million shares worth RM 102 million.
Fund Flows and Market Structure
Foreign investors recorded a net outflow of RM 14.6 million last week — marking the third consecutive week of net selling — while local institutional funds continued to absorb blue-chip counters.
Retail participation remained active, contributing to short-term trading momentum and offsetting part of the foreign withdrawal.
Sector Highlights
Banking and Energy stocks led the morning advance.
Maybank, CIMB, and Public Bank all traded higher.
Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd and Tenaga Nasional Bhd were among the top contributors to the index.
Technology and electronics-related counters held firm as investors rotated toward export-oriented sectors following signs of supply-chain improvement.
Stocks to Watch
Stock | Code | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
Malaysian Pacific Industries Bhd | MPI (3867.KL) | A bellwether for the semiconductor and electronics value chain. The counter gained on expectations of improved trade sentiment and regional tech recovery. |
United Plantations Bhd | UPLANT (2089.KL) | Supported by firmer palm-oil prices and improved production outlook. Institutional funds continue to accumulate on its consistent fundamentals. |
Disclaimer: The above selections are for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice.
Market Drivers
Trade & Policy Outlook — Investors are watching the upcoming ASEAN Summit and the expected US-China leaders’ meeting for clarity on trade relations.
Interest-Rate Expectations — Growing speculation that the Fed could slow its tightening path provided short-term support for risk assets.
Capital Rotation — Foreign outflows persisted, but local institutional and retail inflows stabilized overall sentiment.
Sector Rotation — Energy, tech, and consumer sectors drew interest, while property and construction counters lagged.
Outlook
Overall, Malaysia’s equity market extended its technical rebound, anchored by large-cap and export-driven stocks.
Analysts expect the FBM KLCI to consolidate between 1,610 and 1,630 points in the near term as investors await signals from regional policy events and the US Federal Reserve’s next move.