Malaysia's KLCI index rises 0.1% to 1,522.97 at open

Malaysia's KLCI index rises 0.1% to 1,522.97 at open

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2, 2025 — Malaysia's benchmark stock index, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI, opened at 1,522.97 on Monday, July 2, 2025, marking a 0.1% increase from the previous close of 1,523.77 [4]. This opening follows a mixed performance among key sectors, with financial services and retail companies leading the way.

The day's trading was characterized by mixed performance among key sectors. Financial services company RHB Bank Bhd saw a decline of 1.6%, while retail/wholesale company 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd was the top performer, gaining 1.3% [4]. Other notable performers included health care/life sciences firm KPJ Healthcare Bhd, which increased by 1.9%, and leisure/arts/hospitality company Genting Malaysia Bhd, which fell by 1.9% [4].

The KLCI's opening at 1,522.97 indicates a positive start to the week, with investors taking a cautious yet optimistic stance. This follows a two-day losing streak that ended on Thursday, July 1, 2025, when the index closed higher, rebounding from a recent sell-off [1, 2, 3]. The rebound was attributed to bargain-hunting activities and positive regional market sentiment [1, 3].

Looking ahead, investors will be closely watching key economic data releases, including preliminary Q2 GDP numbers and June figures for imports, exports, and trade balance. The global markets, including the U.S. and European markets, have shown positive trends, which may continue to influence Malaysia's stock market [3].

References:

[1] https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/07/17/bursa-malaysia-rebounds-as-bargain-hunting-lifts-klci-above-1520/184258

[2] https://www.marketwatch.com/data-news/malaysia-s-klci-index-reverses-two-session-falling-streak-4ad8a47b-6ab6031d908b

[3] https://www.rttnews.com/3554702/higher-open-predicted-for-malaysia-stock-market.aspx

[4] https://www.ainvest.com/news/malaysia-klci-index-falls-0-1-1-523-77-open-2507/