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FBM KLCI Seen Range-Bound as Investors Track Global Inflation, US-China Talks and Crypto Weakness

Kuala Lumpur, 14 May 2026 – Malaysia’s benchmark stock index is expected to remain range-bound as investors continue to assess global inflation risks, US-China diplomatic developments and cautious sentiment across risk assets.

The FBM KLCI is expected to hover between 1,740 and 1,760, according to NST’s Market Pulse AM report for 15 May 2026. The cautious tone comes as traders look beyond hotter-than-expected US producer price data while monitoring whether high-level talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping can reduce uncertainty around trade, technology and geopolitical risks.

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  • I am Abigail, a journalist at The Ledger Asia, covering business and finance with a focus on the Malaysian Stock Market and key economic developments across Asia. Known for clear, accessible reporting, I deliver insights that help readers understand market trends, corporate movements, and regional news shaping the Asian economy.

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