Kuala Lumpur, 22 June 2026 – Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note as investors took profit in selected counters, reflecting a cautious market tone after recent gains and amid continued uncertainty over global interest rates, energy prices and foreign fund flows.
The local bourse moved within a more defensive trading range as investors reassessed near-term risk appetite. While buying interest remained present in selected sectors, the broader market lacked a strong catalyst to push the benchmark index higher. Profit-taking was especially evident in counters that had seen earlier gains, suggesting that investors were locking in returns while waiting for clearer market direction.
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